SULDAL
A real treasure between Stavanger and Bergen
In Suldal, award-winning architecture and nature go hand in hand.
Like here, at the Høsebrua bridge on the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke.
The area is also fantastic for outdoor adventures. Go fishing for salmon in the rivers, join a paddling tour on the fjords, or enjoy the feeling of having the mountains to yourself.
Afterwards, you can treat yourself with a night in a dome with panoramic views of the fjords.
Make sure to visit charming Jelsa as well, one of the best-preserved fjord-side villages in Ryfylke.
Doesn't it look cosy?
Suldal combines wild nature with lively communities and award-winning architecture.
Suldal is located on the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke in Fjord Norway, a couple of hour's drive from Stavanger and Haugesund. Here, you’ll find tall mountains, deep fjords, award-winning industrial architecture, and plenty of exciting experiences for the whole family.
Suldal is the perfect base for nature lovers. Hike to the top of the mountains for some amazing fjord views and spend the night in an idyllic mountain cabin. Or fulfil your dream of fishing a huge salmon in the Suldalslågen river. In winter, you can go cross country skiing on groomed trails or freeriding in the mountain peaks.
Stroll through the lively villages, past bustling marinas and idyllic bathing spots. In the municipal centre Sand, you’ll find lovely cafés and shops in the traditional white wooden houses that line the Sandsfjord.
Suldal with Sauda has achieved the certification Sustainable Destination. Although this does not mean that a destination is sustainable, it does mean that it has made a commitment to work systematically to reduce the negative effects of tourism, while strengthening its positive ripple effects.
As a centre for hydropower, Suldal offers impressive engineering solutions and hydroelectric architecture. You can learn all about it on the Architectural Route, which goes from Suldal via Sauda to Røldal. In the summer, we recommend a trip to Blåsjø, Norway’s largest dam facility.
Find more inspiration on Suldal’s and Ryfylke’s official websites.
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Things to do in Suldal
Where to stay
From comfy hotels to cosy cabins. Find your home away from home in Suldal.
Food and drink
From local food gems to high-end restaurants. Get a taste of what Suldal offers.
Getting here and around
Get in-depth travel information on Ryfylke’s official website. Plan your trip to Suldal with Entur.
By train
There are daily train departures from Oslo and Kristiansand to Stavanger. The journey from Oslo takes around 7.5 hours.
By bus
There are bus services to Suldal from Haugesund and Røldal.
By boat
Express boats take you from Stavanger to Suldal.
By car
Suldal is located 2 hours from Haugesund and 2.5 hours from Stavanger by car. From Stavanger you can either drive county road Rv. 13 via Hjelmeland or the E134 motorway and county road Rv. 46 from Knapphus.
From Haugesund, follow the E134 motorway via Knapphus.
From Bergen, you can either drive via Knapphus or via Odda on county road Rv. 13 from the north.
From the mountains, follow county road Rv. 13 via Røldal.
By plane
Haugesund Airport is located about 100 kilometres from Sand in Suldal. Stavanger Airport lies 128 kilometres from Sand in Suldal. The easiest way to get to Suldal from the airport is by rental car.
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Towards sustainability
The certification Sustainable Destination is a label given to destinations that work systematically to reduce the negative impacts of tourism. In addition to providing visitors with enjoyable experiences, the destination must strive to minimise its impact on local nature, culture and the environment, and support the local community and economy. The municipality and the travel industry shall cooperate closely to assure that the destination is a great place in which to live as well as visit.
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