Bekkjarvik is an old fishing village surrounded by old buildings and wharfs.
It was the Danish King Christian IV who, in the 17th century, decreed that guesthouses should be built along the shipping route, at intervals of a half or full day's journey. Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri is now a member of Historic Hotels and Restaurants.
Your hosts are husband and wife Asta and Øystein. They proudly welcome guests to enjoy dishes prepared by some of Norway’s – and the world’s – best chefs. Ørjan Johannessen won Bocuse d´Or Lyon 2015, and his twin brother Arnt was voted Chef of the Year by Norges Kokkmesteres Landsforening (the Norwegian Chefs Association).
There are three guest harbours in Bekkjarvik, voted guest harbour of the year for the third time in 2021. In summer, Bekkjarvik is packed with small boats, sailing boats, small cruise boats and yachts.
Bekkjarvik gives you a taste of authentic coastal culture and history. Find peace and tranquillity by spending a few relaxing days in the beautiful coastal landscape.
There are many wonderful hiking trails around Bekkjarvik: in the park, along the coastal path and up the Sherpa steps to Kongsfjellet. You can also enjoy a bike ride around the Austevoll archipelago. There are bridge connections between many of the larger islands in the municipality.
Bekkjarvik hosts large and small events, concerts and exhibitions throughout the year.
How to get to Bekkjarvik
The village of Bekkjarvik is located on the island of Selbjørn in Austevoll municipality. With its 667 islands, islets, and skerries, the journey here is an experience in itself.
Travelling to Bekkjarvik from Bergen
You can take a car ferry between Krokeide and Hufthamar. For schedules, visit the Fjord1 website. From Hufthamar, it’s about a 20-minute drive.
Alternatively, you can travel by passenger boat from Bergen city centre (Strandkaien) or from Flesland (near Bergen Airport) to Bekkjarvik. The express boat from Bergen takes just over an hour. Timetables are available on the Skyss website.
Travelling to Bekkjarvik from Stord or Stavanger
If you’re coming from the south, for example from Stavanger or via Stord, you can take a car ferry between Sandvikvåg and Husavik. Ferry schedules are available on the Fjord1 website.
There is also a passenger boat from Leirvik on Stord, via Rubbestadnes on Bømlo, to Bekkjarvik. You’ll find express boat timetables on the Skyss website. You can also purchase tickets through the Skyss app, which can be downloaded via the Skyss website.
