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You are here Places to go Stavanger & Ryfylke Regions
Restaurants and ingredients in this parts of Norway have received excellent reviews from both national food critics, as well as from the Michelin guide, where Stavanger became the first Norwegian city, except for the capital, to have this highly sought after Michelin star in 2016. It was the restaurant RE-NAA that could boast this magic star. Seafood, lamb, vegetables and fruit from local producers can be enjoyed in world class restaurants. The largest food festival in the Nordic countries, Gladmat, is one of more than 30 festivals organised every year, and attracts more than 200 000 guests to the Stavanger region every year in the end of July.
For the architecturally interested, there are several buildings and attractions of remarkable design. In Sauda, the architect, Peter Zumthor from Switzerland, has created a striking art piece near the ancient zinc mines in Allmannajuvet. At Sand in Suldal, the architects Rintala Eggertson Arkitekter AS, have designed the bridge Høsebrua, a special and powerful gangway overpassing the river Suldalslågen. At Nesflaten in Suldal, the well-known architect Geir Grung, has designed a power station, housing and the hotel Energihotellet – all in the functional style. The design was made in connection with the power development to Røldal - Suldal power in the 60s. Old Stavanger has northern Europe’s largest concentration of listed wooden houses with its 173 whitely painted houses. The area is one of the most photographed tourist spots in the city of Stavanger. Sogndalstrand in Sokndal, is the only community in Norway where both the wooden houses from the 17-1800’s as well as the surrounding cultural landscapes are listed. Attractions such as the Norwegian Oil Museum and the Stavanger cathedral are furthermore prime examples of outstanding, architectural pearls.
Stavanger and Sandnes were chosen as European capital of culture in 2008, a testament to the cities’ wide-ranging and rich cultural life. As a visitor, you can choose among cultural delights such as museums, galleries, a pioneering musical environment, cabarets and theatre shows. World famous artists have given fantastic concerts in the iconic building Stavanger Concert Hall beautifully located in the harbour of Stavanger. The what’s on calendar gives you the complete list of events in the region at all times.
The 40-kilometre-long fjord stands out from other fjords in Rogaland with all its savagery. The mountains rage high along large parts of the Lysefjord. For the sporty hikers there are stunning views of the fjords from destinations such as Preikestolen, Kjerag, Brattely and Flørli. A sightseeing cruise on the fjord is a memorable experience where you can see powerful mountains, waterfalls, seals, goats and remote farms. There are sightseeing boats on the fjord all year, and in the summer season there is also a tourist ferry. If you go by ferry, you can enjoy a “fjord and mountain roundtrip”, combining ferry to Lysebotn and car back via Lysebotn or Songesand (winter closed roads).
The company Go Fjords offers an idyllic fjord cruise from Stavanger. Sit back, relax and enjoy the fjord scenery. You will sail past Preikestolen giving you a view of the legendary rock formation from below as well as seeing the Vagabond’s cave (Fantahålå), small waterfalls and islands. Check out the "Go Lysefjord" here.
Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke is 183 kilometres, and passes through Ryfylke on the Rv. 13 and Fv. 520 from Oanes at the Lysefjord to Hårå in Røldal. The tourist route invites you to a meeting with Fjord Norway where you get to explore a diverse, gorgeous and lush landscape, where green, tranquil archipelagos and mesmerising cultural landscapes are followed by stone screes, well-polished cliffs, fjords and mountains. The most famous attractions along the route are Lysefjord, Preikestolen and Kjerag, however you will also find resting areas in fantastic nature and historical sites making the route an attraction in its own right.
Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren - vast skies, wide horizons and endless sea, constantly changing weather and light, miles of sandy beaches and sand dunes followed by pebbles and salmon rivers. This is Norway’s outdoor pantry with intensive agriculture in a flat, wide stretched and well-kept cultural landscape in an area with mild climate all year round. Norwgian Scenic Route Jæren runs from Ogna to Bore and is 41 kilometres long.
There is not always snow in the lowlands, however you do not have to go far to get to snowy destinations during winter time. Only 1,5 hours away from Stavanger by car you will find ski resorts and attractive cross country areas in Sirdal. Sauda is furthermore a popular skiing destination, only located an hour from Nesvik in Hjelmeland, or five hours from Stavanger by boat. If there is sufficiently of snow during winter, Brekko in Gjesdal is also a stunning place for both alpine and cross country skiing. In addition, Rogaland’s largest roller ski track is found at Vikeså in Bjerkreim. Gullingen in Suldal, is a family friendly skiing area with ski resort with everything from ski games to illuminated tracks.
Sokndal is the first municipality in the Nordic countries to become a member of the International movement Cittaslow. The idea was slowing down the pace and prioritise quality of life and the good life. In Sokndal you are allowed to be different and slightly silly. They host their very own week of love, organised every autumn where the focus is on the little things in life. Sogndalstrand in Sokndal, is the only community in Norway where both the wooden houses from the 17-1800’s as well as the surrounding cultural landscapes are listed. They have no tourists here – only guests!
South in the region, in Dalane, is the Magma Unesco Geopark, where you can find exciting geological surroundings that you otherwise would go to the moon to witness! Visit our region to walk on “moon” rocks.
There are endless opportunities for an active holiday in the entire region. Just to mention some; canoeing, kayaking, fishing, salmon safari, surfing, kiting, climbing, ZIP line, rappelling, SUP, boating, skiing, cycling, hiking or extreme sports such as base jumping or paragliding. Norway’s best surfing conditions are actually found along the Jæren beaches in the Stavanger region, making it possible for large tournaments such as Eurosurf and Eurosurf Junior to organise their events there.
E39 takes you efficiently to the region. If you arrive by car from other countries in Europe, you can go by car ferry from Denmark to Kristiansand, or by car ferry from Denmark to Risavika, near Stavanger. Colorline and Fjordline operate these ferry connections.
Are you arriving from Kristiansand or Oslo and you choose to go along the coast, you could drive the North Sea Route, where you get to experience the closeness to the North Sea as well as the striking Jæren landscapes, historical lighthouses, wide stretched beaches and sand dunes. Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren and Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke are both important scenic roads leading into the region. From the north, the region can be reached by car from Haugesund, from Hardanger and from Haukelifjell. In summer, the region is bustling with life, both on land and in water. Along the route, you have the opportunity for fishing, swimming and outdoor activities. Within the region, there are car ferries from Lauvvik to Oanes, from central Stavanger to Tau, as well as speed boats into the Ryfylke islands or to the fjord villages.
Bus routes such as Haukeliekspressen (Oslo-Haukeli-Haugesund), Sør-Vest ekspressen (Kristiansand-Eigersund-Stavanger) and Kystbussen (Bergen – Haugesund – Stavanger) take you from the region from the north, south and east. Locally there are buses in the entire region organised by Kolumbus, Suldal Billag and Boreal Transport.
Pick the destination and activity that you would most like to experience. Take advantages of the short distances, the next adventure is never far away!
The Stavanger and Ryfylke regions – where the fjord adventure begins, and everything is within reach!
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Bring the family to Stavanger Maritime Museum and build a sailing ship! Stavanger's years as a harbour town for sailing ships are perhaps over, but this doesn't mean we're finished building them. At the museum, you'll be given all the ship parts you…
La Vérité as it is called in French, is Kore-eda's first film in a language other than Japanese. It takes place in France with the legends Catherine Deneuve and Juliette Binoche in the main roles of the film, well complemented by Ethan Hawke and…
Do you want to combine work and good skiing conditions? Then a workation at Haukeliseter fjellstue can be a good
interruption from your office at home.
At Mo Laksegard in Ryfylke you can combine work, skiing, fishing and hiking.
Workation in Flørli is perfect if you who want to combine work and holiday in inspiring and magnificent nature along the Lysefjord.
Do you dream of combining work and magnificent nature? Then Gøysa Gard, which is located close to the Lysefjord, is the place for you.
At Fossane Gard in Vormedalen in Ryfylke you can enjoy work and vacation at the same time surrounded of beautiful nature.
Move your office to Lilland Bryggerihotell at Tau in Ryfylke, and combine work and vacation in a warm atmosphere.
At Hakallegarden you can meet kittens, horses, alpacas and many other nice animals.
Ræin will give you a unexplored, pure and authentic insight into Norwegian nature, culture and tradition. We offer a wide range of multi-day activities depending on the season. Hiking, backcountry skiing, kayaking, "camping with a view", harvest…
Jærruta is a suggestion for a 4-days’ bike tour for the entire family. It covers the whole of Jæren between Sola and Egersund. You can choose to bike southwards from Sola or northwards from Egersund. The stages are short, and it is possible with…
Now it is time for your adventure – your time to climb the peaks of the Romsdalen area. If you are in a good physical shape and would like a full day outdoors, ascending 1405 metres to the top of Nordre Trolltind, this hike is for you! Feel the…
Would you like to try a different and unique type of accommodation, with a marvellous view included? Arctic Dome is a glamping tent and an ideal accommodation if you want to be close to nature but also enjoy comfort. The Dome is furnished with a…
Nordfjord Hotell has 54 well-equipped guest rooms with 110 beds. The hotel has a restaurant with a good kitchen, bar, modern meeting room department for up to 250 people and a new bathhouse with SPA and fitness center. The hotel has a lift.
A cast iron lighthouse standing at the mouth of Rekefjord. Built in 1895 and automated in 1972. Formerly occupied by a lighthouse keeper and his assistant.
Join in on a rafting trip in the fierce waters surrounding Smøla! Here you can experience speed, excitement, and a fantastic nature, all at the same time. This is a trip where you will explore both deep seas and narrow straits!
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