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Naustdal

Naustdal has a beautiful cultural landscape dominated by farming and the Nausta river system and its beautiful waterfalls.

There are several good fishing spots in Naustdal and many well-marked mountain walks. Sanden is a popular beach on the shore of the Førdefjord. The village of Vevring in Naustdal hosts an annual art exhibition featuring work by artists from different countries. At Russeneset by Ålesundet sound, there is an outdoor recreation area with nature trails.The biggest aerial battle in Norway took place over Slettehaug by the Førdefjord three months before Norway was liberated in 1945. The air battle museum, Luftkampmuseet, is co-located with Håjen Kafé, which serves good local fare and has a farm shop.

Styggelifossen waterfall

Styggelifossen waterfall, which has a fall of 115 metres, is located in Naustdal. The waterfall has eroded parts of the landscape and created a path up the mountainside. If you would like to, you can take a guided tour to this waterfall. The walk takes 2 hours. It passes through boggy terrain and involves climbing down into the gorge where the waterfall meets the river.

Salmon fishing

Naustdal is also home to the Nausta river system, which runs into the Førdefjord. The Nausta is a 12-kilometre-long salmon river that is regarded as one of Norway’s finest.There are good fishing spots along the whole length of the river.

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Salmon fishing in Nausta

The Nausta river runs out into the Førdefjorden by Naustdal. One of the country's best small salmon rivers. Well-known waterfalls here are Naustdalsfossen, Hovefossen and Styggelifossen. The Nausta river is permanently protected.

Luftkampmuseum

The museum is a memory of a dramatic day at the end of the war in Norway. A major allied air force, attacked a German fleet in Førdefjord, but was ambushed by the German fighters. The Allies lost ten aircrafts, the Germans lost five aircrafts and a total of 24 lives were lost. Memorials are set up both in Scotland and in Forde. Squadron and survivors  still reminds the fallen and tells the story to help the history not to repeat itself. The attack went wrong and unnecessary many young lives were lost. The museum is a collection of objects from the wreck, models and a large collection of photographs from the event. The museum is also a dining establishment within the Norwegian Food producers. They offer good homemade food.

Styggelifossen

Styggelifossen is located in Naustdal. Drive towards Naustedalen to Kalland. It is possible to book guided trips to the waterfall. The trip takes approximately 2 hours.

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Håjen Cafe

Savor our delicious homemade food and traditional breads as you enjoy the view of Førde Fjord from our restaurant and enticing outdoor spaces.

Helle Gard

Situated in the small village Helle in Sunnfjord, Helle Gard has a splendid location alongside Førdefjorden with a majestic view to the dominating mountain,Heilefjellet, on the opposite side of the fjord.  At the farm there are 3 cozy cabins with space for 3,4 og 6 gusts. Two of the cabins are available all year around and the third for summer use only. Helle is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway in scenic surroundings where you can enjoy hikes, fishing or just take in the magnificent surroundings. 

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