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The Lysefjord in Ryfylke, Norway Photo: Terje Rakke/nordic Life

Ryfylke

Ryfylke is home to the Lysefjord and the mountain formations of Kjerag and Prekestolen (The Pulpit Rock).
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The Lysefjord in Ryfylke, Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life

Ryfylke

Ryfylke is home to the Lysefjord and the mountain formations of Kjerag and Prekestolen (The Pulpit Rock).

Ryfylke

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Explore Ryfylke

Where to stay in Ryfylke

As you journey through Ryfylke you will find varied accommodation, from Lysebotn at the head of the Lysefjord to Sauda in the north.

Getting to Ryfylke and around

Ryfylke is accessible from major Norwegian towns and ports of entry.

Scenic attractions in Ryfylke

The panoramic view from Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) includes the Lysefjord and the surrounding mountain areas.

What to do in Ryfylke

Walk up to Kjerag and Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) mountain plateaus, go salmon fishing, or take a cruise on the Lysefjord.

Tour suggestions in Ryfylke

Drive the National Tourist Route Ryfylke or take a cruise on the Lysefjord.

Alpine skiing in Ryfylke

Sauda Ski Centre is the best place for alpine skiing in Ryfylke.

Cross-country skiing in Ryfylke

Sauda and Suldal are two of the best places for cross-country-skiing in Ryfylke.

Shopping in Ryfylke

Shopping in Ryfylke should be about local products such as traditional handicrafts, smoked salmon and ham from Suldal.

Eating in Ryfylke

Salmon and halibut are important ingredients in the local kitchen in Ryfylke.

Winter in Ryfylke

Start your winter adventure in Sauda.

About Ryfylke

Key facts about Ryfylke

The scenic Ryfylke Road links the area's six municipalities together.

Tourist information in Ryfylke

There are several tourist information offices in the Ryfylke area.

Key facts about Haugesund and Haugalandet

Haugalandet is a geographical region in the county of Rogaland, in Western Norway. Haugesund is its main city.

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Preikestolen and National Tourist Route Ryfylke 360 panorama SkyCam

Get a bird's eye view of Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock), the Lysefjord and the rest of Ryfylke, home to the southernmost fjords in Norway.

The Lysefjord

The Lysefjord is situated close to Stavanger, and is especially known for the mountain formations of Kjerag and Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock).

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Ryfylke Ryfylke
What to do in Ryfylke What to do
Scenic attractions in Ryfylke Scenic attractions
Getting to Ryfylke and around Getting here and around
Where to stay in Ryfylke Where to stay
Tour suggestions in Ryfylke Tour suggestions
Tourist information in Ryfylke Tourist information in Ryfylke
Key facts about Ryfylke Key facts about Ryfylke
Shopping in Ryfylke Shopping
Eating in Ryfylke Food
Winter in Ryfylke Winter
Cross-country skiing in Ryfylke Cross-country
Alpine skiing in Ryfylke Alpine skiing
Preikestolen and National Tourist Route Ryfylke 360 panorama SkyCam Preikestolen and National Tourist Route Ryfylke 360 panorama SkyCam

Selected videos

Play Video: Video: Stories for Life: Hiking to the top of the Pulpit Rock Video: Stories for Life: Hiking to the top of the Pulpit Rock 3:00 Video: Stories for Life: Hiking to the top of the Pulpit Rock
Play Video: Video: Stories for Life: Fjord cruise on the Lysefjord Video: Stories for Life: Fjord cruise on the Lysefjord 3:01 Video: Stories for Life: Fjord cruise on the Lysefjord
Play Video: Video: Stories for Life: River expedition and salmon fishing Video: Stories for Life: River expedition and salmon fishing 3:56 Video: Stories for Life: River expedition and salmon fishing

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