Easter in the Stavanger region and Norwegian Easter traditions

Learn more about quirky, Norwegian Easter traditions. Is Easter in Norway and in the Stavanger region for you? Spend it in the snowy mountains of Sirdal, Bjerkreim or Gjesdal or near the beaches of Jæren on the edge of Norway. If a city Easter is more to your liking, choose between Stavanger, Sandnes, Bryne or Egersund. Combine with fjord adventures in the Lysefjord, and island activities outside of Stavanger, or find a different Easter experience in lunar landscapes.

Easter in the snow!|© Sirdal Skisenter

Easter traditions in Norway

Many Norwegians love going to their mountain cabins during Easter, where they make the most of the last period of winter and snow before spring really sets in.

Eat better in the culinary region Stavanger

Did you know that Stavanger is one of the few cities in Norway with several MICHELIN Stars restaurants? Stavanger is fortunate enough to have talented chefs and food experts in abundance. More than a few national and international food enthusiasts point to Stavanger as the culinary region number one in Norway.

Luxury travel in the Stavanger region

Are you a big spender? Or perhaps you've saved up for this journey for years? And now it's finally time to spend it. We can help you to some pampering, and tell you how to give yourself and your fellow travellers a real treat. This journey has the potential to be the the journey of a lifetime!

How do you travel sustainably in the Stavanger region?

Come as you are, stay as long as you wish and leave behind everything except environmental footprints. Half of those who visit the Stavanger region come here because of the nature. We fully understand this! Leave footprints in the sand and create lasting memories. Be a person that leads the way to more sustainable travels. There are several ways of travelling sustainably. Here are some suggestions that you can share with new and old friends.

“Fun Easter fact: Did you know that Norwegians eat around 16 million oranges and 19 million clementines in total during Easter every year?”

Source: Bama

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