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 Street in Gamle Stavanger by bambino36Leave a Comment Directions: South side of Vågen
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 Boulder field - Gloppedalsura by wyagi6
Gloppedalsura was the site of a major battle during WWII. A contingent of 250 Norwegians kept two battalions of Germans at bay and it’s easy to see why it was so difficult to dislodge the defenders. A small plaque on a rock at the viewing point commemorates the battle.
There is also, apparently, a fake stone somewhere in the boulder field. Somebody has removed one of the stones, cast it in bronze, repainted it to look exactly like the original then placed the bronze version back in the place where the original came from. The fake is apparently still there so the next time our family visit Gloppedalsura, I’m offering the children 500 kroner for finding it! Leave a Comment Address: About two minutes drive from ByrkedalDirections: As you drive past the candle factory at Byrkedal on your right, take the first turning on your right and keep driving.
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The candle factory at Byrkedal (pronounced "bershedaal") was originally a cheese dairy. In the late 1980’s they started making candles using an old fashioned method of dipping. The old building is set in a wild yet beautiful location and it’s worth travelling here for the scenery alone. Byrkedal is popular with visitors to the area and locals, both for the shop and restaurant.
The shop sells candles in every shape, size and colour you can imagine. If you want to buy something that is typically Norwegian and typical of this area, then Byrkedal is the place to come. Children (and adults) can try their hand at creating their own multi coloured candles by dipping them into tubs of different dyes. The shop also sells a variety of souvenirs, Norwegian handcrafts and gifts.
The restaurant serves down to earth, homemade, wholesome meals that are always good. The menu (chalked on a board above the counter) will vary according to the season. We can certainly recommend their soups. One treat we like are the lappes (basically a huge scotch pancake) topped with sour cream and jam – mmm! Because of its location, (roughly halfway between Stavanger and the holiday/ski area in Sirdal), many people break up their journey by stopping at Byrkedal for a drink or bite to eat.
There is also an area behind the main building set out as a traditional Norwegian farm from the past, complete with goats (popular with the children). Close to Byrkedal is Gloppedalsura where you can see an amazing boulder field with rocks the size of houses (see separate must see tip). Leave a Comment
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 Preikestolen - almost at the
top! by wyagi6
I’ve made this walk three times since coming to live in Stavanger and hope to do it a few more times before I leave. The walk and climb to Priekestolen is enjoyable in itself - there are some impressive views on the way up looking back towards Stavanger. However the icing on the cake is the stunning view from Priekestolen itself. If you have the nerve, try peering over the edge - my feet tingle just thinking about it! The first time I did this walk I can recall one Norwegian calmly sitting with his feet dangling over the edge while taking in the view!
Personally, I find the first half-kilometre of the walk to be the hardest. The path is very steep and I always set out too fast! After that, the walk is straightforward with a couple of moderately hard sections of climbing. It should take about 2 hours to walk up at a steady pace with occasional stops.
Advice and tips:
- You should be in reasonable health before tackling this walk
- Take a packed lunch and plenty of water
- Take at least one warm layer plus windproof/waterproof layer
- Good walking boots or stout shoes are recommended
Those points might seem obvious but I’ve seen people who’ve been totally unprepared. As an example; when I did this walk in April 2004, the weather varied between sunny and warm at the bottom to snow and hail 2/3 of the way up. At the top, Preikestolen was sheltered from the wind, the sun came out and it was warm but on the way down, the wind became very cold - I was glad to have my fleece and Bergens jacket. Incredibly, on my way down I saw one person climbing up in casual clothes and wearing a very nice pair of Italian designer shoes. I also saw someone else wearing tee shirt, shorts and open toed sandals. Madness! Leave a Comment Directions: From Stavanger, catch the ferry to Tau (runs at regular intervals from Fiskepiren). At Tau there is a bus service that meets the incoming ferry and takes you to Preikestolhytta from where you start the walk. If driving, the road is well signposted.
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There are two boat companies in Stavanger offering sightseeing trips down the Lysefjord. We have been with Rodne boats, which leave from the central harbour area in Stavanger (not far from the Skagen Brygge Hotel).
It’s possible to book seats (advisable during the summer months) or you can turn up at the boat on the off chance there are spaces, but on a nice day you could be disappointed. On the day we went, there were lots of people being turned away because the boat was full. Out of season, they won’t run this trip unless they have a minimum number of people (I think about 15). They let people on board about ten minutes before sailing. On a nice day, it’s a bit of a scrum for seats on the upper deck so get there early to get a good position in the boarding queue.
The boat has a comfortable lounge deck for those who don’t want to sit up on deck (or weren’t quick enough getting on board). There is also a small shop where you can buy drinks, snacks, stamps, and film for your camera if you haven’t progressed to digital photography.
Tips:
Take a fleece or warm layer with you; it can get chilly on the upper deck even in the sun!
Binoculars are good to have but not essential.
Don’t forget your camera!
This is an enjoyable three-hour trip that takes you along the coast outside Stavanger, then down Lysefjord as far as Preikestolen where you can admire the famous viewpoint from below. If you’ve ever climbed Preikestolen, the thing that strikes you is how tiny and delicate it looks from the fjord. The boat goes on slightly further to a waterfall (Hengjanenibbå) where they collect some of the water for passengers to sample. The views from the boat are beautiful and this trip is relaxing and enjoyable. Leave a Comment
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 Friluftshuset by 78Eva
My host parents who are architects liked the Friluftshuset even just for its architectural character. It is built in a very modern style, full of funny corners and angles.
Sometimes there are concerts at the Friluftshuset. Leave a Comment Address: Nordsjøvegen 4343 Orre
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 Haa Gamle Prestegaard by 78Eva
The house is beautiful and consists of several buildings. It is used mostly for exhibitions, anything from film star photos, to Inuit art or Egyptian-knitted carpets - always interesting!
there is a cafeteria in one of the buildings where you can have coffee, lefse, cake and sometimes also something more exotic depending perhaps on the topic of the exhibition. I just love the atmosphere at Haa and always used the opportunity to go for a walk on the beach as well. Leave a Comment Address: Postboks 24, 4368 VarhaugPhone: 51 43 61 50
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 Sea and sky by 78Eva
I think this area is often underestimated. Many people come to Norway because of fjords and mountains. Jaeren has, not typical for Norway, wide sandy beaches. The northern north sea waves came rolling with great force and it's almost always windy. For someone like me, who lives quite far from the sea, it was paradise hopping on the train and going to the beach, even in January or February. Dress warm, bundle up your hair (if you're a girl) and try not to be blown away!
Some nice beaches are, for example, Sola or Brusand. Leave a Comment Directions: The train goes along the coast. You can get off at many places between Stavanger and Egersund and just go to the beach.
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 View of the Farm by Jonesy77Leave a Comment Address: Ullandhaugveien 3Phone: +47 51 55 76 56Directions: Jernaldergården, the Iron Age farm, is situated along the Ullandhaugveien road at Ullandhaug hill
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