Visit Region Stavanger

24/08/2025

✨ Discover the magic of Hå ("Haw") on the edge of Jæren’s stunning coastline! ✨

Here, cultural treasures and raw nature meet — from the dramatic lighthouses of Obrestad and Kvassheim, to the refreshing adventure of cycling the Jærruta 🚴 through sandy beaches and open horizons.🌊

Marvel at the mighty line of “Hitler’s teeth” along Brusand, experience world-class art and history at Hå Gamle Prestegard, and dive into Jæren’s farming traditions at Vitengarden with its interactive exhibitions and cosy café. 🌾

Whether you’re hiking the Kongevegen, visiting Varhaug Old Cemetery, or simply enjoying the sight of waves crashing in under the ever-changing Jæren light, Hå is full of moments you’ll never forget. 🏞️

From unique overnight stays in lighthouse keeper’s houses to farm shops and local delicacies, Hå is a place to explore, taste and truly feel. 💙

📷1 Nils Ove Støbakk
📷2 Fabel Media
📷3 Trine Selvikvåg
📷4-6 Hå Kommune
📷7 Rune Helliesen

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22/08/2025

🚴✨ Discover Jærruta – Cycling on the Edge of Norway ✨🚴

Ready for an adventure where nature, culture and local flavours meet? Jærruta is a 140 km cycling route stretching from Stavanger Airport, Sola in the north, to the charming harbour town of Egersund in the south. With the wind in your hair and power in your pedals, you’ll experience sandy beaches, wild North Sea views and the magical light that has inspired artists for centuries. 🌊☀️

Along the way you can:
🍽 Savour local delicacies in farm shops and eateries
🎨 Explore street art, including the famous mural of Erling Braut Haaland in Bryne
🏛 Visit Hå gamle prestegard and other cultural gems
🛏 Stay overnight in cosy hotels, treetop cabins, or even lighthouses

Whether you’re planning a relaxed trip with friends or a romantic escape for two, Jærruta offers complete packages with food, accommodation and e-bike hire. No stress – just pedal, pause, and enjoy the edge of Norway. 🌿💛

👇 Click here for more information and to book your cycling experience!
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📷 © Fabel Media/Jærruta

21/08/2025

🚢✨ Step aboard the M/S Skudenes – a beautifully restored veteran boat with deep roots in Rogaland’s proud maritime history!

On this unique journey you’ll sail from the idyllic streets of Skudeneshavn, stop at the historic Kvitsøy, and finish your adventure in Stavanger. Along the way you’ll experience:

⚓ Authentic coastal culture
🌊 Lively island communities
📜 Stories and traditions from Norway’s coast
📆 Saturdays 23 August and 30 August

This is more than just a boat trip – it’s a voyage into living maritime heritage ❤️

👉 Who would you bring on board?

For more info & tickets: https://bit.ly/45J1vtg

📷 Foreningen Rutebåten Skudenes

20/08/2025

✨Dirdalstraen Gardsutsalg✨
In the heart of the beautiful Høgsfjord, about an hour’s drive from Stavanger 🚗🌿⛰️, lies this little gem.

🥕 Discover award-winning organic & locally sourced products – once again crowned Norway’s Best Farm Food in 2025!🏆
🏡 Stay overnight in cosy mini cabins or a spacious holiday home
🔥 Unwind in a sauna with breathtaking fjord views

📍 Beautiful Dirdal – where the sea meets the mountains. A true paradise worth experiencing
🚗 About an hour’s drive from Stavanger

📷 Nanco Hoogstad/Dirdalstraen Gardsutsalg

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19/08/2025

Calling all running enthusiasts! 🏃‍🏅

Stavanger Marathon has something for everyone – kids' races, 5 km, half marathon, marathon, and marathon relay. Join in on the fun on 30 August 2025!🎉🏅

Read more: https://bit.ly/4fz5ayu

📷 Nanco Hoogstad / Stavanger Fotoklubb / GTI Friidrett

18/08/2025

Travel back in time at Jernaldergården 🔥🏡
Just three kilometres from the heart of Stavanger, at Ullandhaug, Jernaldergården The Iron Age Farm) offers a fascinating window into life during the Migration Period (c. 350–550 AD), with sweeping views over Nord-Jæren and Hafrsfjord.

🏡 Step inside reconstructed longhouses, complete with authentic interiors and open hearths
👩‍🌾 Meet costumed inhabitants and see daily life as it unfolded 1,500 years ago
🌿 Immerse yourself in a remarkable chapter of Norway’s past

The visitor centre also features a café, an engaging exhibition, and modern facilities.

📷1 Annette Øvrelid / Arkeologisk Museum
📷2-6 Henrik Susort / Region Stavanger

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16/08/2025

✨ Escape to Fjordbris Hotell – Fjordside Bliss Awaits!

Just 30 min from Stavanger, Fjordbris Hotell offers cosy rooms and spacious apartments right on the tranquil Brismefjord. Wake up to stunning views, savour local farm-to-table dishes 🍽🥂, and enjoy adventures like kayaking, SUP-boarding, hiking, and cycling 🚴‍♀️🌊.

After a day out, unwind in the sauna or toast the sunset on the Promenade Deck 🌅. Perfect for romantic getaways, family stays, or unforgettable celebrations.

📷 Fjordbris Hotell

See more here: https://bit.ly/4fCVmDz

15/08/2025

🗓️ 22nd – 23rd August

Get ready to dance – Utopia Stavanger is taking over the city with an unforgettable music festival! 🎶
Join artists like Broiler, Gavin DeGraw (US), Undergrunn, Veronica Maggio (SE) and many more for two days of pure joy, music, and non-stop dancing.

Don’t miss your chance to experience the ultimate festival right in the heart of Stavanger! 🎉🕺

👇 Link to details
https://bit.ly/4lvLJrr

📷 Fabel Media AS

14/08/2025

🚢 Sail into the heart of Lysefjord 🌊 with Helgøy Skyssbåt AS
Step aboard in Stavanger and cruise past towering cliffs, hidden caves, sparkling waterfalls, and the legendary Pulpit Rock. Two and a half hours of pure Norwegian magic – running daily all summer.

📍 Departs from Strandkaien, Stavanger
✨ Adventure awaits – don’t forget your camera!

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Join a boat trip to the Lysefjord and Preikestolen, where the selfie opportunities are as spectacular as the views!...

13/08/2025

Dreaming of Stavanger? 🌊⛰️ Whether you’re chasing spring blossoms, summer fjord adventures, or autumn’s golden calm, each season brings its own magic to Norway’s southwest coast. Find out when to go – and what makes each time special – in this seasonal guide.

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Wondering when to visit Stavanger? Discover the best time to go based on weather, crowds, and seasonal highlights – from hikes to fjord cruises and festivals.

12/08/2025

Rødne Fjord Cruise
Discover the breathtaking Lysefjord from Stavanger! 🛥✨ Cruise past dramatic cliffs, spot the mighty Pulpit Rock from the water, and feel the spray from stunning waterfalls. A Rødne Fjord Cruise turns Norway’s wild beauty into an unforgettable day out.💙

📍 Departs from Strandkaien, Stavanger

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Rødne Fjord Cruise offers a must-try fjord cruise to breathtaking Lysefjord from Stavanger. Highlights include Preikestolen and Hengjanefossen waterfall....

11/08/2025

Jøssingfjorden!
The National Road 44, also known as the North Sea Route (Nordsjøvegen)🚗 , southbound from Stavanger, takes you to Jøssingfjord. Surrounded by steep mountainsides, the area offers several historically significant sites. Make sure you pay Helleren a visit!

📸 Sven-Erik Knoff | FotoKnoff | www.fotoknoff.no

For more info and how to get there: https://bit.ly/4mB4RFC