FJORD CRUISE

Explore the magnificent Lysefjord and Preikestolen on a 2,5 hr cruise

Departures at 11:00 or 12:15 March – November

Tickets: At the quay (Strandkaien) Tourist Information norled.no

Adults kr 760

Children (4-15) kr 380

Senior/student kr 690

Family (2ad+4ch) kr 2100

Cultural and industrial history in the fjords

As the fjords have served as transport routes since the arrival of ships, you can experience exciting cultural heritage sites in the fjords and discover traces of important industrial history.

The Jøssingfjord is known for Helleren, two small houses from the 1800s protected by a natural mountain shelter. The houses were inhabited for thousands of years. In the early 1900s, the mining industry was established in the fjord, which is the subject of the new science museum (see p.46). The Jøssingfjord is also known for the Altmark incident, considered the first act of war in Norway in February 1940.

The old industrial settlement of Flørli in the Lysefjord is known for being home to one of the longest and steepest wooden stairs in the world, with 4444 steps from the fjord up the mountain. Do you take on the challenge?

At the distinction of the flat landscapes of Jæren in the west and the mountains in the east, you will find the Gandsfjord. Experience the fjord on the short train ride between Stavanger and Sandnes. Sandnes is known for its brickworks and pottery industry.

The Hafrsfjord is an inlet. According to Norse sagas, it was in the Hafrsfjord that Harald

Fairhair gathered Norway into one kingdom in 872, as the Swords in rock monument commemorates.

Activities in the fjords

The many iconic hikes along the fjords offer breathtaking views. Those looking for excitement and adrenaline can try the Via Ferrata high above the Jøssingfjord. Enjoy a kayak trip if you wish getting closer to the water. More information on water activites can be found on the next pages.