In Ryfylke, 28,500 people share a vast area – so the chances of discovering your own tranquil corner are excellent.

The closest towns and cities are Sandnes, Stavanger and Haugesund.

The region has five municipalities: Forsand, Strand, Hjelmeland, Suldal and Sauda. The scenic Ryfylke Road (rv. 13 and rv. 520) links them all together.

Cultural landscape

Along the way, you will notice the changing beauty of a cultural landscape formed by people who have had their livelihood here for thousands of years. From the Stone Age until today, people have thrived here – and for good reason.

Fishing and farming have long been important livelihoods along the fjords of Ryfylke, but the region also has a proud industrial story to tell. Chapters include hydropower development in Sauda, mining, forestry and modern aquaculture.