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Ryfylke is characterised by stately mountains, deep canyons, and some of the coolest rock formations you've ever seen, situated hundreds of metres above sea level.
The historic landscape in Ryfylke in Fjord Norway offers unique experiences whether you visit the islands, the fjords, or the mountains.
The most famous is Lysefjorden, a narrow fjord surrounded by steep cliffs. Take the hike to Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock), a square cliff 604 metres over the fjord, or venture to Kjerag to see the famous Kjeragbolten, a round rock that is wedged in between two mountains.
There are also fantastic hiking opportunities on the heaths between the viewpoints, whether you plan to hike from cabin to cabin or pick a base where you can do shorter day-trips.
In Suldal, wild nature, lively communities, and award-winning architecture live side by side. Not to forget the fantastic salmon river Suldalslågen!
When it’s time to give your legs a break, you can look forward to a magnificent car or bus ride along the Ryfylke Scenic Route. Take a seat and marvel at the wild fjord landscape and some of the finest rest areas in Norway. You can also visit some of the region’s islands, where the climate is mild enough for palm trees!
Find more inspiration and travel information at Ryfylke’s official website.
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Saudahallen in Sauda in Ryfylke consists of an indoor swimming pool and outdoor swimming facilities.
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Suldal Bad at Sand in Ryfylke contains several pools, sauna, climbing wall and water slide, and is an activity…
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Float down Suldalslågen from Mo Laksegard in Sand, Ryfylke wearing a dry suit while you see wild salmon and…
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Fossanmoen Islandshestsenter arranges horseback riding to Uburen in Forsand. The trip takes 3-4 hours and you…
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Enjoy a perfect start to the morning, or unwind after a day in the mountains, aboard one of Preikestolen…
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Try some of the top hikes in Ryfylke
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Kjerag - The Majesty of the Lysefjord, in Ryfylke. At 1084 metres, Kjerag towers above the other peaks along…
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The third big-wall peak in Ryfylke, after Kjerag and Preikestolen. You're guaranteed a sense of dizzying awe…
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Hellandsnuten towers majestically over the town of Sand. From the top you can see five fjords: the Sandsfjord,…
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From comfy hotels to cosy cabins. Find your home away from home in Ryfylke.
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Get in-depth travel information on Ryfylkes’s official website.
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There are daily train departures from Oslo and Kristiansand to Stavanger. The journey from Oslo takes around 7.5 hours.
You can take an express boat from Stavanger to many places in Ryfylke, such as Tau, Jørpeland, Fister, Hjelmeland, Jelsa, Sand, and Sauda. A variety of express boat services are also available within Ryfylke.
The National Tourist Route Ryfylke, a 183-kilometre-long stretch of road between Oanes by the Lysefjord and Hordalia in Røldal, takes you to attractions near Sauda in the north, through Forsand and to the Lysefjord in the south.
Several express coach routes run to Stavanger from cities such as Kristiansand (4 hours), Bergen (5 hours) and Oslo (10,5 hours).
Stavanger Airport is Ryfylke’s nearest airport, offering direct flights from several destinations in Norway and abroad. A frequent shuttle bus takes you to and from the ferry terminal where the ferry takes you to Tau in the south of Ryfylke. The bus takes approximately 30 minutes and the ferry 30–40 minutes.
When you have to go, you have to go. Luckily, several restrooms along the Norwegian Scenic routes are among the world’s best loos – and they are worth a visit even if you don’t have business to take care of.
Cool street art, cute wooden houses, and long, pleasant walks along white sandy beaches. Stavanger is full of surprises – and some of Norway’s top restaurants.
With more than 1,000 fjords around the country, where to go and which fjords to see? Learn all about Norway's most famous fjords here.
Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock) towers 604 metres above the Lysefjord, and the hike up is one of Norway’s most famous mountain hikes. The interest in Preikestolen is high, with more than 300,000 nature-loving hikers visiting the renowned rock formation every year.
Along selected roads in Norway, natural wonders are amplified by art, design, and architecture meant to bring you closer to nature in new and surprising ways. Meet the award-winning Scenic Routes.