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The Ryfylke Museum
Ryfylkemuseet
Høse bridge over the Suldalslågen river
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Dawn at Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock)
Outdoorlife Norway
Svandalsfossen waterfall in Sauda
Jarle Wæhler / Statens vegvesen
Allmannajuvet, Ryfylke
Arne Espeland
Things to do in Ryfylke
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Kayak and canoe rentals. Experience the calm and beautiful fjords around Preikestolen Village - Jørpeland. An…
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Preikestolen Kayak Canoe
StrandKayak and canoe rentals. Experience the calm and beautiful fjords around Preikestolen Village - Jørpeland. An…
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Welcome to FJORDEXPEDITION! We have over 10 years of experience in planning tours for our customers. We offer…
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Fjordexpedition
StrandWelcome to FJORDEXPEDITION! We have over 10 years of experience in planning tours for our customers. We offer…
48 reviews
Utstein Monastary is mentioned in historical records going back to the 9th century, when it was cited as King…
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The Utstein Monastery
RennesøyUtstein Monastary is mentioned in historical records going back to the 9th century, when it was cited as King…
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MOUNTAIN WALKING The Saudafjord in Ryfylke is surrounded by hundreds of small and large peaks. There is a…
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Summer in Sauda
SaudaMOUNTAIN WALKING The Saudafjord in Ryfylke is surrounded by hundreds of small and large peaks. There is a…
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The Nesasjøhuset (wharfhouse) in Sand in Ryfylke houses exhibitions, a museumshop and a café. An internactive…
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Nesasjøhuset (Ryfylkemuseum)
SuldalThe Nesasjøhuset (wharfhouse) in Sand in Ryfylke houses exhibitions, a museumshop and a café. An internactive…
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Travelling from the south, The Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke starts at the mouth of the Lysefjord in Ryfylke.…
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The Flørli stairs have 4.444 steps and is one of the longest wooden staircases in the world. The staircase…
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Flørli stairs and Rallarstien - hike
ForsandThe Flørli stairs have 4.444 steps and is one of the longest wooden staircases in the world. The staircase…
271 reviews
With helmet, harness and rope you are ready to take on the challenges of rock climbing. The skilled activity…
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Rock climbing - Preikestolen Mountain Lodge
StrandWith helmet, harness and rope you are ready to take on the challenges of rock climbing. The skilled activity…
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As you drive The Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke, Fv. 520 and Rv. 13, you pass an impressive waterfall just…
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Svandalsfossen falls
SaudaAs you drive The Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke, Fv. 520 and Rv. 13, you pass an impressive waterfall just…
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Welcome to the Fairytale Forest in Årdal in Ryfylke – an adventure for the senses. An exciting one-hour…
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The Fairytale Forest
HjelmelandWelcome to the Fairytale Forest in Årdal in Ryfylke – an adventure for the senses. An exciting one-hour…
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Spinneriet culture centre is situated by the Hjelmelandsåna river in Hjelmeland, Ryfylke. Old spinning mill…
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Spinneriet cultural centre
HjelmelandSpinneriet culture centre is situated by the Hjelmelandsåna river in Hjelmeland, Ryfylke. Old spinning mill…
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The Jewel of Ryfylkeheiane The calcareous bedrock has resulted in strange rock formations, as well as making…
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Stranddalen - hike
SuldalThe Jewel of Ryfylkeheiane The calcareous bedrock has resulted in strange rock formations, as well as making…
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Vinddalen via Skåpet to Flørli: 1or 2 days, 5hrs, 11km, moderate From the parking in Vinddalen, the path…
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Skåpet to Flørli - 1 or 2 days hike
ForsandVinddalen via Skåpet to Flørli: 1or 2 days, 5hrs, 11km, moderate From the parking in Vinddalen, the path…
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Sauda Touristinformation is located in sauda centre in Ryfylke. The municipality Sauda has about 5000…
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Sauda Tourist Information
SaudaSauda Touristinformation is located in sauda centre in Ryfylke. The municipality Sauda has about 5000…
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Preikestolen Mountain Lodge have several canoes, kayaks and stand up boards for rent, two hours or a full day.…
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Rental – Canoe – Kayak – Stand Up Board –…
StrandPreikestolen Mountain Lodge have several canoes, kayaks and stand up boards for rent, two hours or a full day.…
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Quiet surroundings, great scenery and no boat traffic. Does that sound appealing? Then this is the place for…
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Kayaking – Preikestolen Mountain Lodge
StrandQuiet surroundings, great scenery and no boat traffic. Does that sound appealing? Then this is the place for…
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Forsand municipality in southern Ryfylke includes the Lysefjord, Pulpit Rock and Kjerag. Forsand with its 1150…
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Forsand Tourist Information
ForsandForsand municipality in southern Ryfylke includes the Lysefjord, Pulpit Rock and Kjerag. Forsand with its 1150…
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Canoeing is an incredibly harmonious way of exploring nature. Experience the tranquility and proximity of…
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Canoeing – Preikestolen Mountain Lodge
StrandCanoeing is an incredibly harmonious way of exploring nature. Experience the tranquility and proximity of…
271 reviews
Pulpit Rock Base Camp consists of two different Camps: Mountain Camp and Water Camp - for 15 people to stay…
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Preikestolen Basecamp
StrandPulpit Rock Base Camp consists of two different Camps: Mountain Camp and Water Camp - for 15 people to stay…
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On its way through the valley of Brattlandsdalen, the Ryfylke Road, Rv 13, passes the scenic area known as…
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The Flesåna waterfall in Brattlandsdalen
SuldalOn its way through the valley of Brattlandsdalen, the Ryfylke Road, Rv 13, passes the scenic area known as…
Jørpelandsholmen Welcome to Jørpelandsholmen, an island outside Jørpeland in Strand, Ryfylke. The island is a…
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Jørpelandsholmen
StrandJørpelandsholmen Welcome to Jørpelandsholmen, an island outside Jørpeland in Strand, Ryfylke. The island is a…
The Architectural Route along Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke Experience world class and historic architecture…
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The Architectural Route
SuldalThe Architectural Route along Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke Experience world class and historic architecture…
Provider: The Fjords Tourist car ferry on the Lysefjord - one of the most famous fjords in the Stavanger &…
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Tourist car ferry on the Lysefjord
ForsandProvider: The Fjords Tourist car ferry on the Lysefjord - one of the most famous fjords in the Stavanger &…
Join us on a spectacular ride trip to the top of Uburen. For the trip to Uburen, our instructors will find you…
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Ride to Uburen, Forsand
ForsandJoin us on a spectacular ride trip to the top of Uburen. For the trip to Uburen, our instructors will find you…
Trunk road Fv 520, which crosses the mountains between Sauda in Ryfylke and Røldal in Hardanger, is the…
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Røldal road
SaudaTrunk road Fv 520, which crosses the mountains between Sauda in Ryfylke and Røldal in Hardanger, is the…
From the trail head at Risvoll School in Saudasjøen. Follow the old forest road towards Nordstøldalen, past…
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Hovlandsnuten
SaudaFrom the trail head at Risvoll School in Saudasjøen. Follow the old forest road towards Nordstøldalen, past…
The valley of Maldal, just 9 km from Sauda's town centre, is a gem worth exploring on foot. From Sauda, follow…
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Maldal - hike
SaudaThe valley of Maldal, just 9 km from Sauda's town centre, is a gem worth exploring on foot. From Sauda, follow…
Buerdalen is wonderful - wide and half-open, yet with high peaks all around. There is a nice bathing- and…
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The potholes in Åbødalen
SaudaBuerdalen is wonderful - wide and half-open, yet with high peaks all around. There is a nice bathing- and…
Where to stay in Ryfylke
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Welcome to Hauane Bed & Breakfast in Lysebotn, Lysefjord A well-preserved old farmhouse, barn and cook house.…
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Hauane Bed & Breakfast
ForsandWelcome to Hauane Bed & Breakfast in Lysebotn, Lysefjord A well-preserved old farmhouse, barn and cook house.…
79 reviews
Historic hotel in Jørpeland, Ryfylke, with a great view of the fjord. Situated near Pulpit Rock and the…
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Verkshotellet AS
StrandHistoric hotel in Jørpeland, Ryfylke, with a great view of the fjord. Situated near Pulpit Rock and the…
13 reviews
Welcome to Hamrane cabin area, which is beautifully situated in Bjørheimsbygd, Ryfylke. It's the perfect place…
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Hamrane Hyttefelt
StrandWelcome to Hamrane cabin area, which is beautifully situated in Bjørheimsbygd, Ryfylke. It's the perfect place…
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The Jewel of Ryfylkeheiane The calcareous bedrock has resulted in strange rock formations, as well as making…
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Stranddalshytta
SuldalThe Jewel of Ryfylkeheiane The calcareous bedrock has resulted in strange rock formations, as well as making…
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Conveniently close to metropolitan Stavanger lies Mosterøy, an idyllic rural island with long traditions of…
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Utstein Kloster Hotell
RennesøyConveniently close to metropolitan Stavanger lies Mosterøy, an idyllic rural island with long traditions of…
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Dysja farm is magnificently situated with a beautiful 180-degree view over Vindafjord and Krossfjord, at…
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Dysja Fjordhytter - cabins on the fjord
SuldalDysja farm is magnificently situated with a beautiful 180-degree view over Vindafjord and Krossfjord, at…
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Fifty metres from the quay at Lysebotn in Ryfylke, is the former Lyse canteen. Stavanger Hiking Association…
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Lysefjorden Tourist Cabin
ForsandFifty metres from the quay at Lysebotn in Ryfylke, is the former Lyse canteen. Stavanger Hiking Association…
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The hotel has 6 hotel rooms and 8 large apartments. The apartments can also be used as hotel rooms. 3 of the…
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Fjordbris Hotell
RennesøyThe hotel has 6 hotel rooms and 8 large apartments. The apartments can also be used as hotel rooms. 3 of the…
64 reviews
Ryfylke Fjordhotel is a family- run hotel which attaches great importance to personal service, good food and…
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Ryfylke Fjordhotel
SuldalRyfylke Fjordhotel is a family- run hotel which attaches great importance to personal service, good food and…
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Welcome to the venerable Sauda Fjordhotell - a hotel with uniqueness, ambiance and soul. The hotel with the…
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Sauda Fjordhotell
SaudaWelcome to the venerable Sauda Fjordhotell - a hotel with uniqueness, ambiance and soul. The hotel with the…
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Welcome to Preikestolen campingsite in Strand, Ryfylke. Our campsite is the nearest to Preikestolen. We have a…
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Preikestolen Camping
StrandWelcome to Preikestolen campingsite in Strand, Ryfylke. Our campsite is the nearest to Preikestolen. We have a…
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The ideal place for your Ryfylke holiday, in the heart of Rogaland County. Wathne Camping is situated at the…
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Wathne Feriesenter
StrandThe ideal place for your Ryfylke holiday, in the heart of Rogaland County. Wathne Camping is situated at the…
Flørli is a tiny village on the Lysefjord. You can only get here by ferry or on foot across the mountains.…
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HI Flørli Youth and Family Hostel
ForsandFlørli is a tiny village on the Lysefjord. You can only get here by ferry or on foot across the mountains.…
HI Lysefjorden Youth and Family Hostel is located at the inmost area of Lysefjorden, Ryfylket in Rogaland…
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HI Lysefjorden Youth and Family Hostel
ForsandHI Lysefjorden Youth and Family Hostel is located at the inmost area of Lysefjorden, Ryfylket in Rogaland…
HI Preikestolen Youth and Family Hostel is located in picturesque surroundings in Ryfylke with an altitude of…
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HI Preikestolen Youth and Family Hostel
StrandHI Preikestolen Youth and Family Hostel is located in picturesque surroundings in Ryfylke with an altitude of…
25 reviews
The hotel has 6 hotel rooms and 8 large apartments. The apartments can also be used as hotel rooms. 3 of the…
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Fjordbris holiday apartment
RennesøyThe hotel has 6 hotel rooms and 8 large apartments. The apartments can also be used as hotel rooms. 3 of the…
If you need to understand the word silence, please visit Furrehytter on Sjernarøy. Only an hour from Haugesund…
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Furrehytter
FinnøyIf you need to understand the word silence, please visit Furrehytter on Sjernarøy. Only an hour from Haugesund…
In Hjelmeland in Ryfylke. Two spacious holiday homes for travellers who appreciate luxury. Near the beach and…
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Sande Fjordferie
HjelmelandIn Hjelmeland in Ryfylke. Two spacious holiday homes for travellers who appreciate luxury. Near the beach and…
Our holiday cabins are sunny and sheltered, situated just 200 metres from the fjord on the west side of Finnøy…
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Soltun Fjordferie
FinnøyOur holiday cabins are sunny and sheltered, situated just 200 metres from the fjord on the west side of Finnøy…
Experience the new energy and the genuine experiences in natural surroundings in Hjelmeland, Ryfylke. The…
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Spa-hotell velvære guest harbour.
HjelmelandExperience the new energy and the genuine experiences in natural surroundings in Hjelmeland, Ryfylke. The…
Camp 773, Jørpeland and Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock). Camp 773 is a scout's camp where groups from 8 to 100…
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Three restored houses on Fossane in Ryfylke. Ca. 100 - 200 years old, but with modern facilities. 6-8 beds…
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Lysefjorden Marina is situated at the gate of the 42 kilometres long Lysefjord in Ryfylke - one of Norway's…
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Lysefjorden Marina
ForsandLysefjorden Marina is situated at the gate of the 42 kilometres long Lysefjord in Ryfylke - one of Norway's…
Ryfylke Vandrerhjem at Vaulali has been reopened in 2013. The hostel, which is operated by Lilland Hotel and…
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Ryfylke Hostel Vaulali
StrandRyfylke Vandrerhjem at Vaulali has been reopened in 2013. The hostel, which is operated by Lilland Hotel and…
Utsyn is a Christian youth and children's centre owned and operated by Norsk Luthersk Misjonssamband. It is…
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Utsyn Youth Missionary Centre
FinnøyUtsyn is a Christian youth and children's centre owned and operated by Norsk Luthersk Misjonssamband. It is…
Ryfylke Fjord Hotel is a family-run hotel that places great focus on personal service, excellent cuisine and…
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Ryfylke Fjord Hotel
SuldalRyfylke Fjord Hotel is a family-run hotel that places great focus on personal service, excellent cuisine and…
Lysefjorden Marina is situated at the gate of the 42 kilometres long Lysefjord in Ryfylke - one of Norway's…
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Lysefjorden Marina
ForsandLysefjorden Marina is situated at the gate of the 42 kilometres long Lysefjord in Ryfylke - one of Norway's…
Ryfylkehytter have cottages near the Pulpit Rock, the Lysefjord and Stavanger. Nordskaar If you are interested…
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Ryfylkehytter - Nordskår
HjelmelandRyfylkehytter have cottages near the Pulpit Rock, the Lysefjord and Stavanger. Nordskaar If you are interested…
Food and drink
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Time for kick-off, company trip or maybe you are celebrating an anniversary? How about a trip to…
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Lysefjord-Helleren
ForsandTime for kick-off, company trip or maybe you are celebrating an anniversary? How about a trip to…
536 reviews
Come and experience our blossoming garden full of exotic plants and palm trees. Enjoy the peaceful…
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Flor & Fjære
StrandCome and experience our blossoming garden full of exotic plants and palm trees. Enjoy the peaceful…
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Fargeriet Kafé is a charming café on the main street of Sand in Ryfylke. Enjoy good homemade specialities…
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Fargeriet Kafé
SuldalFargeriet Kafé is a charming café on the main street of Sand in Ryfylke. Enjoy good homemade specialities…
271 reviews
The lodge Preikestolen fjellstue is situated idyllically in the Ryfylke moorlands, overlooking the Refsvatn…
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Preikestolen Mountain Lodge - restaurant
StrandThe lodge Preikestolen fjellstue is situated idyllically in the Ryfylke moorlands, overlooking the Refsvatn…
49 reviews
The "Energy Hotel" of Ryfylke welcomes for a memorable stay and great adventures in Suldal! Our hotel is…
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Energihotellet - restaurant
SuldalThe "Energy Hotel" of Ryfylke welcomes for a memorable stay and great adventures in Suldal! Our hotel is…
79 reviews
Historic hotel in Jørpeland, Ryfylke, with a great view of the fjord. Situated near Preikestolen and the…
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Verkshotellet - restaurant
StrandHistoric hotel in Jørpeland, Ryfylke, with a great view of the fjord. Situated near Preikestolen and the…
64 reviews
Lilland Brewery Hotel is a family-run charming place with a lot of atmosphere. As a tourist in Ryfylke and as…
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Lilland Brewery Hotel - restaurant
StrandLilland Brewery Hotel is a family-run charming place with a lot of atmosphere. As a tourist in Ryfylke and as…
64 reviews
Ryfylke Fjordhotel's restaurant is their pride! Situated by the seaside at Sand in Suldal, Ryfylke, with a…
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Restaurant Elvaosen - Ryfylke Fjordhotel
SuldalRyfylke Fjordhotel's restaurant is their pride! Situated by the seaside at Sand in Suldal, Ryfylke, with a…
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Kløver Hotel is ideal for your fjord holiday in Ryfylke. The hotel is situated in the heart of Sauda, a town…
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Kløver Hotell - restaurant
SaudaKløver Hotel is ideal for your fjord holiday in Ryfylke. The hotel is situated in the heart of Sauda, a town…
Sjernarøy Maritim Restaurant and café, banqueting rooms. Huge restaurant that can seat 400 persons. The…
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Sjernarøy Maritim
FinnøySjernarøy Maritim Restaurant and café, banqueting rooms. Huge restaurant that can seat 400 persons. The…
Spa-hotell Velvære - Restaurant and bar, Hjelmeland in Ryfylke is bursting with fantastic produce, making…
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Spa-hotel Velvære - restaurant and bar
HjelmelandSpa-hotell Velvære - Restaurant and bar, Hjelmeland in Ryfylke is bursting with fantastic produce, making…
Kiosk at Nesvik ferryquay in Hjelmeland in Ryfylke. Fast food, newspapers, magazines, snacks, candy, sodas,…
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Rosehagen is beautifully situated in a nice, large garden near Jørpeland centre in Ryfylke, overlooking the…
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Fjordterrassen kafé at Fjordbris Hotell in Østhusvik is open on Sunday throughout the year. They serve warm…
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Fjordterrassen kafé
RennesøyFjordterrassen kafé at Fjordbris Hotell in Østhusvik is open on Sunday throughout the year. They serve warm…
Lysefjorden Sjokolade is situated at Eiane in the village of Forsand in Ryfylke – and we give you a…
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Lysefjorden Sjokolade
ForsandLysefjorden Sjokolade is situated at Eiane in the village of Forsand in Ryfylke – and we give you a…
Evocative restaurant located right by the sea. Capacity up to a 100 people that can enjoy a first-class dinner…
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Utstein Kloster Hotell
RennesøyEvocative restaurant located right by the sea. Capacity up to a 100 people that can enjoy a first-class dinner…
Welcome to Grønvik Farm Grønvik Gård is situated in the lushest part of Ryfylke, on a wooded western hillside…
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Grønvik Gård (Farm)
HjelmelandWelcome to Grønvik Farm Grønvik Gård is situated in the lushest part of Ryfylke, on a wooded western hillside…
A new cafè has opened in Allmannajuvet, Sauda. Exciting café building with a great view. Open in July and…
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Summer cafe at Allmannajuvet
SaudaA new cafè has opened in Allmannajuvet, Sauda. Exciting café building with a great view. Open in July and…
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Preikestolen
Looking out over the Lysefjord from Preikestolen is an experience of a lifetime. Combine the hike with a fjord cruise or join a guided tour at night or off the beaten track.
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From oil to tourism
Åshild Garvik Pedersen was formerly the right hand of the head of Statoil. In June she opens the Stranddalen Tourist Lodge in Suldal for a new season, as manager. Below, she tells us how this came about.
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See the breathtaking new addition to Norway’s National Tourist Routes
A new book presents the most important attractions along the Norwegian road stretches called National Tourist Routes. And tomorrow, we´ll see the opening of yet another great project.
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Transportation offers
Provider: The Fjords Tourist car ferry on the Lysefjord - one of the most famous fjords in the Stavanger &…
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ForsandProvider: The Fjords Tourist car ferry on the Lysefjord - one of the most famous fjords in the Stavanger &…
For 90 years, Suldal Billag has operated buses in Ryfylke. We offer comfortable tour coaches and buses in many…
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Suldal Billag Buss A/S
SuldalFor 90 years, Suldal Billag has operated buses in Ryfylke. We offer comfortable tour coaches and buses in many…
Just 10 km from Jørpeland lies the village of Tau, which offers ferry connection to Stavanger and express boat…
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Car ferry across Jøsenfjord from Hjelmeland to Nesvik on tourist route Ryfylke (Rv13). Departure every 15…
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Ferry Hjelmeland - Nesvik
HjelmelandCar ferry across Jøsenfjord from Hjelmeland to Nesvik on tourist route Ryfylke (Rv13). Departure every 15…
Provider: Pelle`s Reiser. Pelle`s Reiser offers bus services in the summer season between Preikestolen…
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Preikestolbussen - Bus to Preikestolen
StrandProvider: Pelle`s Reiser. Pelle`s Reiser offers bus services in the summer season between Preikestolen…
Ferry connecting islands to the mainland at Haugalandet and Ryfylke. Ports: Fogn, Judaberg, Halsnøy, Helgøy…
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Ferry Fogn, Judaberg, Nedstrand, Jelsa
FinnøyFerry connecting islands to the mainland at Haugalandet and Ryfylke. Ports: Fogn, Judaberg, Halsnøy, Helgøy…
Helgøy Skyssbåt is a family-operated shuttle boat company operating from the island of Helgøy in the…
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Helgøy Skyssbåt A/S
HjelmelandHelgøy Skyssbåt is a family-operated shuttle boat company operating from the island of Helgøy in the…
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Fjord Norway
Western Norway is a region of narrow fjords cutting into tall mountains, of waterfalls cascading down mountainsides, and of glaciers that never melt. Spectacular architecture and exiting food made from local produce enhance the experience.
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The Lysefjord area
Step on world famous mountain plateaus like Preikestolen and Kjerag, and then challenge yourself on the 4444 steps of the wooden staircase of Flørli and other unsung attractions.
