Tysvær - Fjord Norway

Daytrips in Tysvær

If you have a few hours of spare time that you haven’t yet planned how to fill with wonderful experiences, check out our tips for daytrips in Tysvær. Whether travelling alone, with children or with friends, and whether you enjoy active or more relaxing adventures, there is an amazing selection of tailor-made trips and experiences in Tysvær. Use the filter to find experiences that are more suitable for you and your travelling companions, if any.

Aksdal and Tysværtunet Cultural Centre

Aksdal is the municipal centre of Tysvær. It's home to Aksdal Senter shopping centre and Tysværtunet Cultural Centre, which has a theatre, concert hall and swimming pool. Aksdal also has a number of electric car charging points.

Wonderful areas to hike

Like most other municipalities in Haugalandet, Tysvær boasts beautiful scenery? Put your best foot forward and try everything from challenging summit hikes to more child-friendly trails. There is a plethora of bathing spots and excellent guest harbours if you’re travelling by boat.

Lars Hertervig and Arquebus

Throughout the ages, the scenery of Tysvær has been a source of joy and inspiration for many. One such person is the painter Lars Hertervig (1830–1902), who was born on the island of Borgøy and is known as a painter of light. Other famous figures born in Tysvær include Cleng Peerson, better known as the father of emigration. He was one of the very first people to emigrate to the USA. For history enthusiasts, Tysvær is also home to one of Norway's largest defence museums. The Arquebus War History Museum is a museum with impressive exhibits from the resistance movement during World War II.

Himakånå in Nedstrand

The village of Nedstrand is an important part of Tysvær municipality and the perfect place to experience nature. There are marked hiking trails of varying difficulty, with Himakånå being the most famous. There are also excellent places to swim, guest harbours and the village's own brewery – Nedstrand Bryggeri.

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Tysvær, located just outside Haugesund, promises magnificent mountain hikes, history and activities for both young and old.

Himakånå and Nedstand

Himakånå is the name of a rock formation in Nedstrand. It is a popular destination for walks, affording spectacular views across Lysevatnet lake and the Nedstrandsfjord.

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Nine good reasons to visit Haugesund & Haugalandet

Haugesund & Haugalandet is a region full of contrasts that extends from the ocean in the west to the Åkrafjord in the east! Here are nine good reasons to visit the region!

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Weekend, holiday or simply a mid-week time-out – there are lots of exciting accommodation options in Haugalandet.

What can you do in Tysvær?

Here you can find a range of activities on offer in Tysvær.

Arquebus War History Museum - Haugalandmuseet

Welcome to one of the largest war museums in Norway! The museum has many and varied exhibitions that presents the occupation of Norway in 1940-1945.

Hike to Himakånå in Nedstrand

Himakånå, often called Trolltunga’s little sister, is a great hike that suits most people. The hike to the summit takes around one hour.

Alvanuten, day-trip cabin in Tysvær

The day-trip cabin in Tysvær is located on Alvanuten, the 224-metre-high hill just north of the centre of Aksdal.

Lammanuten - The highest point in Tysvær

Experience Tysvær's highest mountain top! Lammanuten is the highest mountain in Tysvær, 631 meters above sea level.

Inspiring garden tour at Kompletthagen, Tysvær

If you're a garden enthusiast, you must experience a garden tour in this idyllic oasis in Tysvær!

Nedstrand regional museum - Haugalandmuseet

Nedstrand regional museum in Tysvær tells the story of the timber trade in the Ryfylkefjordene in the 1500s to the 1600s. The museum has several collections and exhibitions.

Climbing at Kårstø

In Tysvær you will find one of the most beautiful climbing mountains in Norway. It is located in scenic surroundings on Kårstø.

Notaflot in Skjoldastraumen

Notaflåt outdoor area is located in Skjoldastraumen, just west of the locks and has a child-friendly beach, sand volleyball court, swimming raft and bathing ramp adapted for wheelchair users.

The locks in Skjoldastraumen

In Skjoldastraumen you can find the only saltwater lock that is still in active use.

Tysværtunet Badeanlegg (Swimming pool)

Tysværtunet Badeanlegg, in Aksdal, offers lovely bathing temperatures all year round. The bathing centre has two pools, one of which is a children's pool, a diving tower, slide and sauna.

Tysvær Arena Haugesund Sparebank

Tysvær Arena Haugesund Sparebank is located in the municipality of Tysvær, about 15 minutes by car from Haugesund. The arena has many possible uses.

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Things to do in Tysvær

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How to get there

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GP Cafe Tysværtunet

GP Café Tysværtunet is a café, catering, party and conference venue. The premises are located in Tysværtunet Kulturhus in Aksdal.

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Sand

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Ålgård

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Værlandet and Bulandet

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