Sunnhordland, Norway – Folgefonna glacier, things to do

From the ocean to the glacier

Sunnhordland has some of the most distinctive scenery in Fjord Norway. Folgefonna - Norway’s third largest glacier - is the icing on the cake.

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People on a guided hike on the Folgefonna glacier in the Hardangerfjord region, Fjord Norway

Glacier walking on Folgefonna.
Photo: Reisemål Hardanger Fjord / Désiré Weststrate

Baroniet Rosendal in Sunnhordland.
Photo: Karen Lovfall Våge

View of Kvinnheradsfjella in Sunnhordland.
Photo: Magne Ove Kleppe

Slåtterøy lighthouse in Sunnhordland.
Photo: Jan Olav Rolvsnes

Haaheim Gaard in Tysnes.
Photo: Haaheim Gaard

Langfoss in Etne.
Photo: Espen Mills / Visitnorway.com

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Baroniet Rosendal manorhouse and gardens

The Barony in Rosendal the only one of its kind in Norway and a major attraction in Western Norway. Read more

Baroniet Rosendal manorhouse and gardens

Halsnøy Monastery

Halsnøy monastery is on the island Halsnøy in the southern part of Kvinnherad. The monastery was finished in 1164 - built by the viking chief Erling… Read more

Halsnøy Monastery

Hike to the top of Langfoss waterfall

Hike to the top of the fifth tallest waterfall in Norway, Langfoss. The view is stunning. Read more

Hike to the top of Langfoss waterfall

Fjord kayak Rosendal

Amazing view of the landscape surrounding Rosendal. Including intro to kayaking, all necessary equipment and lunch. Read more

Fjord kayak Rosendal

Sunnhordlandstunet - Leirvik - Sunnhordland Museum

Sunnhordlandstunet farm, cluster is situated a few minutes´ walk up the hill from the centre of Leirvik, or by car from Sæ. Read more

Sunnhordlandstunet - Leirvik - Sunnhordland Museum

Emberlandsnipen trail

The popular hiking destination Emberlandsnipen (271 masl) can be reached from four angles. Read more

Emberlandsnipen trail

The Gold Mines at Lykling

Towards the end of the nineteenth century the Lykling gold mines were at the centre of a gold rush that is unrivalled in Norwegian history. The area… Read more

The Gold Mines at Lykling

Hike to Varden at Varaldsøy

Location Varaldsøy. Map Norway 1 : 50 000 sheet 1215 ll, Varaldsøy. Folgefonna National Park Folgefonna – Hardanger fjord Start and stopping… Read more

Hike to Varden at Varaldsøy

Deepsea fishing

Fjordfishing at Austevoll - a great way to experience the fresh Norwegian way of life, all year! Read more

Deepsea fishing

Fonnabu "The tourist route over Folgefonna"

This is the most used way up to Folgefonna Glacier, that includes the extraordinary experience of "From Fjord To Glacier". Read more

Fonnabu "The tourist route over Folgefonna"

Daytrip from Bergen to romantic Rosendal

Experience the Hardangerfjord and Rosendal with its mountains and waterfalls! Read more

Daytrip from Bergen to romantic Rosendal

Folgefonnsenteret - Folgefonn Center

The Folgefonn Centre in the village of Rosendal, on the Hardangerfjord, offers interactive exhibitions on the Folgefonna National Park, aquatic life… Read more

Folgefonnsenteret - Folgefonn Center

Lobster park - Espevær

Experience a cathedral of wood, stone, water, light and dark. An improbable construction covering 950 m2 of water surface. Hear the lobster fishing… Read more

Lobster park - Espevær

Sunnhordland - The islands south of Bergen

You get to experience a little bit of Norway in miniature, with mountains, fjords, islands and lush hills. In the east, you can catch sight of the… Read more

Sunnhordland - The islands south of Bergen

Bondhus glacier and Bondhusdalen

A popular walk to Bondhusvatnet and Bondhusbrea. The gravel road to Bondhusvatnet is well suited for motorized wheelchairs. Read more

Bondhus glacier and Bondhusdalen

Bømlo Theater

Bømlo Teater (theater) is a volunteer organisation with 200 members. The theater is an important part of the cultural life of Bømlo and people from… Read more

Bømlo Theater

Charter tours with MS Venemøy

Welcome aboard MS Venemøy, a charter boat with a passenger capacity of 38 passengers. We look forward to trips and experiences together in the… Read more

Charter tours with MS Venemøy

Moster Amfi

Moster Amfi comprises the exhibition "From heathendom to Christianity", a thought-provoking tour of Norse mythology, society in the Viking era, and… Read more

Moster Amfi

MS Sunnhordland

Experience a historic travel throug the glamorous wild coastal landscape of Sunnhordland and the rest of Fjord Norway. On board you'll recognize the… Read more

MS Sunnhordland

Olaskjeret - Austevoll Opplevelsessenter - experience center

At Olaskjeret you will find pleasant and family-friendly facilities for accommodation, activity and food service in what is ready to become your new… Read more

Olaskjeret - Austevoll Opplevelsessenter - experience center

Bygdetunet Rød

Bygdetunet Rød is situated in Uskedalen a village 8 miles from Rosendal. The collection contains several buildings and more than 1500 items. The Farm… Read more

Bygdetunet Rød

Bømlo cultural centre

Espevær at Bømlo

Fjordcruise to Langfoss Waterfall

A fjord cruise with MS Stein Viking leaves you with lasting impressions! Read more

Fjordcruise to Langfoss Waterfall

Foundation Fjelberg Rectory

Fjelberg Rectory is known as one of the most splendid rectories (parsonage) in Norway. Read more

Foundation Fjelberg Rectory

Haugland old school – Uskedalen

Haugland old school – Uskedalen. This school museum is situated 5 km from the centre of Uskedalen. The school, dating from 1893, features… Read more

Haugland old school – Uskedalen

Siggjo

A fabulous viewpoint – and an exciting geological area. Read more

Siggjo

The Mining Museum - Litlabø

The mine at Litlabø was in operation from 1865 to 1968, and had the most up to 400 employees. In the old mining smithy the story is told through… Read more

The Mining Museum - Litlabø

The Stone Park in Rosendal

The Stone Park is one of the attractions of the Folgefonna National Park Centre. Read more

The Stone Park in Rosendal

Vangssago Sawmill

The old Vangssago sawmill is located at the entrance to the Stone Park. Read more

Vangssago Sawmill

Accommodation

Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri

Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri is situated by the harbor in idyllic Bekkjarvik in Austevoll, only 50 minutes by boat from Bergen Airport/ Flesland or Bergen… Read more

Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri

Haaheim Gaard

Savour the flavours of a bygone era in the restaurant, wake up to the smell of newly-baked bread fresh from the oven. Breakfast is served when the sun… Read more

Haaheim Gaard

Stord Hotell

Stord Hotel is a fully licensed hotel conveniently situated midway between Bergen and Stavanger, in the heart of the scenic Sunnhordland region. Read more

Stord Hotell

Almaas Hotell Stord

Almaas Hotell Stord offers high-standard hotel rooms and lounges and an abundant breakfast buffet, plus an evening buffet at no additional cost. Read more

Almaas Hotell Stord

Bømlo Hotell

Modern hotel with a bright and pleasant colour scheme. Its pleasant staff and excellent home-made food guarantees that your stay will be a pleasant… Read more

Bømlo Hotell

Baroniet Rosendal Avlsgård & Fruehus

Rosendal Avlsgard & Fruehuset is part of Baroniet Rosendal Manor House & Gardens. The accomodation is just outside the beautiful park which surrounds… Read more

Baroniet Rosendal Avlsgård & Fruehus

Fjordtun Bømlo

Welcome to two high standard, winter insulated holiday cottages Bryggekanten Yellow and Red, directly on the quayside by the idyllic Innværfjord.… Read more

Fjordtun Bømlo

Fitjar Fjordhotell

Fitjar Fjord Hotel is situated in the centre of the village of Fitjar with views of the lovely Fitjarvikjo bay and its many picturesque small islands… Read more

Fitjar Fjordhotell

Leirvik guest marina

In Leirvik Guest harbour you are close to the center of Leirvik, where you will find a museum, parks, culture house, city hall, a pedestrian zone with… Read more

Leirvik guest marina

Skånevik Fjordhotel

The fjord hotel lies a mere stones throw from the fjord in picturesque Skånevik, a village located beside the Skånevikfjord at the mouth of the… Read more

Skånevik Fjordhotel

Bekkjarvik marina

Bekkjarvik guest harbor is an idyllic harbour sheltered for wind. Read more

Bekkjarvik marina

Presthus Gard

Bright and open courtyard with great views of the Hardangerfjord and Kvinnherad mountains. Large garden with a lawn, flowers and fruit trees. Long… Read more

Presthus Gard

Camp Ålfjorden

Camp Ålfjorden is a campsite where you can find your quiet place close to nature. Read more

Camp Ålfjorden

Husnes Sentrum Hotell

Welcome to a modern accommodation with free WiFi and TV in every room. High standard - more simple service level. Read more

Husnes Sentrum Hotell

Kråko gjestetun

Fitjar Camping is located close to the sea, around 3 km west of Fitjar centre, in direction Kråko. Read more

Kråko gjestetun

Valevåg Camping & Cabins

Welcome to the idyllic Valevåg Camping og Hyttetun, here you can enjoy norwegian nature and it is a short (or long if you prefer) walk to experience… Read more

Valevåg Camping & Cabins

Aasheim Rorbuer - fisherman's cabin

4 sea-cottages are at your disposal, offering you all facilities to make you a pleasant holiday! Read more

Aasheim Rorbuer - fisherman's cabin

Camp Ålfjorden

Camp Ålfjorden is a campsite where you can find your quiet place close to nature. Read more

Camp Ålfjorden

Laukhamar Fritid Accommodation

Welcome to Laukhamar Fritid, a rare nature treat on the island of Skorpo, in Tysnes municipality. Read more

Laukhamar Fritid Accommodation

Laukhamar Rorbuer

The fishermen cabins sits on the docks, no further than 5 meters from the sea where the boats are moored to a floating dock. Read more

Laukhamar Rorbuer

Rabben Feriesenter AS

Year-round campsite with cabins, barbecue area, beach and boats for hire for fishing or boat trips. Read more

Rabben Feriesenter AS

Sponavik Camping

Sponavik Camping is located beautifully near by Sponavik beach. There are good fishing possibilities in this area. Sponavik Camping is situated 1 km… Read more

Sponavik Camping

Dønhaug Gjestegard

Dønhaug guest house is situated on a farm near the center in Uskedalen in Kvinnherad. The farm has panoramic views over the village, the mountains,… Read more

Dønhaug Gjestegard

Huglo food shop and marina

The marina is situated in the harbour of the northern part of Huglo, Nordhuglo, not far from the grocery store. Read more

Huglo food shop and marina

Rosendal marina

Located in the centre of Rosendal, the harbour has most of the facilities boat tourists need. You will find a Tourist Information office at the quay,… Read more

Rosendal marina

Sæbøvik guest harbour

The guest harbour in Sæbøvik is a new and good harbour. Up to 40 boats can stay at the marina - the harbour is also suitable for sailboats. Read more

Sæbøvik guest harbour

Trygve Nes Cabin rental

The cabins are situated a about 10 minutes walk from Rosendal center. All the cabins have a beautiful view of the Hardanger fjord. Read more

Trygve Nes Cabin rental

Himmelhyttene tree top cabin

The tree top cabin has a great view over the west Norwegian wooden wilderness, mountains fjords and oceans. Here you can come close with nature, the… Read more

Himmelhyttene tree top cabin

Holiday sea cabin at Spissøy

This cabin is located at Spissøy, Bømlo. Great place for families, hiking, fishing and exploring nature. Read more

Holiday sea cabin at Spissøy

Biekronå, Espevær guest harbor

A distinctive nesting place with its own cultural mementos, Espevær lies at the very extreme of the Bømla fjord. Read more

Biekronå, Espevær guest harbor

Food and drink

Haaheim Gaard - Restaurant

Savour the flavours of a bygone era in the restaurant, wake up to the smell of newly-baked bread fresh from the oven. Read more

Haaheim Gaard - Restaurant

Gamleposten 5444

Gamleposten 5444 in Espevær is a magical dining place with local flavours and history. The experience is grown from local traditions, history and… Read more

Gamleposten 5444

Mandelhuset restaurant

Mandelhuset is situated in the heart of Våge in great maritime surroundings. Read more

Mandelhuset restaurant

Bømlo Hotell - restaurant

Pleasant staff serve you excellent home-made food in the restaurant at Bømlo hotell. Read more

Bømlo Hotell - restaurant

Brasserie 59° - Stord Hotell

Exciting food and entertainment are important ingredients in a pleasant stay. The kitchen takes pride in providing you with a surprising and positive… Read more

Brasserie 59° - Stord Hotell

E H Vaage trading station

E H Vaage, first opened in 1902, is an old trading station. They have now reopened as bakery and chocolate factory. Read more

E H Vaage trading station

PS Bryggekafé

PS Bryggekafé is situated near by the sea, in the heart of Kråko Sjøhytteområde(sea cottage area) at Fitjar. Open every weekend, all year! Read more

PS Bryggekafé

Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri - restaurant

Food is the cornerstone – and a passion. Read more

Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri - restaurant

Laukhamar Fritid Dining

In the restaurant "Utsikten Restaurant og Bar" tradiotional food is served as well as food on guests requests. Bookings in advance! Read more

Laukhamar Fritid Dining

Urt & Ugras

Rosendal Greenhouse Café

The chef serves coffee and cake in the Tea Room, light lunches in Rosendal Greenhouse, and three or five course gourmet dinners in the Blue Dining… Read more

Rosendal Greenhouse Café

The Lighthouse café at Ryvarden

The lighthouse offers coffee, freshly made waffles and/or Ryvarden's home-made fish soup in the café that shares the gallery premises. Read more

The Lighthouse café at Ryvarden

Moster Amfi - café

The "Amfikafè" has a warm atmosphere and you get close to nature - it is almost like sitting in a winther garden! Read more

Moster Amfi - café

Skånevik Fjordhotel - restaurant

The fjord hotel´s cuisine is a crossover-inspired mix of fjord, mountain and forest ingredients. Read more

Skånevik Fjordhotel - restaurant

Fjellstova Stord

Fjellstova offers traditional "homemade" food for you to enjoy at Fjellstova - surrounded by beautiful nature. Fjellstova is situated 324 m.a.s.l.… Read more

Fjellstova Stord

Haaheim Gaard - shop

Farm shop with local produce. Read more

Haaheim Gaard - shop

Kaien AS

The restaurant Kaien AS serves everything from "home-cooked" Sunday dinner and traditional norwegian food to lunch and delicious dishes - so-called… Read more

Kaien AS

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