Stavanger in february
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Photo:
Vebjørn Just / Visitnorway.com
Stavanger in february
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Photo:
Vebjørn Just / Visitnorway.com
Winter doesn't have to be all snowy and cold ...
Stavanger in february
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Photo:
Vebjørn Just / Visitnorway.com
Stavanger in february
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Photo:
Vebjørn Just / Visitnorway.com
... it can be quitecolorful, if you visit the Stavanger region!
Fargegaten in Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Fargegaten in Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
We're talking fewer crowds at the hot spots ...
Solastranden, Sola Beach, Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Solastranden, Sola Beach, Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
... if you're lucky, you may even havePreikestolen all to yourself this time of year!
Preikestolen in winter
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Photo:
Wanja Sandø / Visitnorway.com
Preikestolen in winter
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Photo:
Wanja Sandø / Visitnorway.com
Here's 11 reasons to visit the Stavanger region in winter:
Segway in Stavanger city
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Segway in Stavanger city
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
1. The street of colours
Fargegaten is just as vibrant in winter! Stavanger's most famous street make us happy and excited for spring!
Fargegaten street in Stavanger
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Photo:
Martin Håndlykken / Visitnorway.com
Fargegaten street in Stavanger
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Photo:
Martin Håndlykken / Visitnorway.com
2. Outdoor seatingalready!
Speaking of spring ... Norwegians move outdoors as soon as the snow melts, and since Stavanger has relatively mild winters and rarely snow, one can start early!
Bøker og Børst in Fargegaten, Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Bøker og Børst café/pub in Fargegaten, Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
3. Heart-warming food
And if the sea breeze sets in, head inside to enjoy some delicious food. Stavanger has a myriad of eateries, including exclusive Michelin dining at Sabi Omakase or RE-NAA, Norway's only two-star Michelin restaurant.
Food in the Stavanger region
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Photo:
True Stories / Bleed / Visit Norway
Food in the Stavanger region
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Photo:
True Stories / Bleed / Visit Norway
4. Shopping
Gather the girls!
Stavanger has a cozy city centre with short distances between the pedestrian streets. Here you'll find everything from quality Scandinavian brands to unique handicraft shops and shopping malls.
Shopping in Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Shopping streets of Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
5. Do as the locals
Soak up the local atmosphere in the charming neighborhood of Gamle Stavanger, the oldest part of the city, with cobblestone streets and white wooden houses.
Keep warm with a coffee on the go from the many good coffee roasters in the city ...
Gamle Stavanger, Old Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Gamle Stavanger, Old Stavanger
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Hengjanefossen waterfall, Lysefjorden
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Photo:
Vebjørn Just / Visitnorway.com
Hengjanefossen waterfall
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Photo:
Vebjørn Just / Visitnorway.com
Choose between a relaxing 3+ hours cruise on the fjord, or choose the cruise & hike that's followed by a hike to the famous ...
Rygerdronningen in the Lysefjord - Winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ringe
Rygerdronningen in the Lysefjord - Winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ringe
10. Winter hike to Preikestolen
Due to relatively mild winters it's very possible to hike to Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) in autumn, winter and spring too!
The round trip takes about four hours and is a total of eight kilometers.
In winter we strongly recommend that you go with a guide that can provide the right equipment, as you might need spikes. They also offer transportation both ways from designated locations in Stavanger.
Preikestolen in february
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Photo:
Wanja Sandø / Visitnorway.com
Preikestolen in february
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Photo:
Wanja Sandø / Visitnorway.com
11. Hotter than hot
What better way to unwind after a day in the mountains, then in the warmth of wood fire?
Jump right in the floating saunas at Refsvatnet lake close to the Preikestolen trail, or find 'Damp Sauna' at both Sola beach and in the city.
Book in advance!
Sauna at Refsvatnet, Lysefjorden area
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
Sauna at Refsvatnet, Lysefjorden area
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visitnorway.com
From July 1st 2023, the use of public transportation is free of charge in the Stavanger municipality. This includes buses, boats and trains.