New and ancient stories, memorable impressions – explore with open senses!
From the astonishing Lysefjord in the east, to the moody North Sea in the west – varied adventures and unforgettable sights await our visitors.
Fjords and mountains, a myriad of islands, beaches and polished rock faces, lighthouses, heather-covered hillsides, raging rivers and cascading waterfalls, golden grain fields, sheep and cows grazing on green pastures, ancient grave mounds and pulsating city life.
Imagine yourself perched on Pulpit Rock, peering down its sheer 600 metres into the blue-green fjord. Or imagine the waves lifting your surfboard into a sense of total flow and freedom.
The sea and the earth – elements that have been the basis for life ever since the first hunter-gatherers arrived just after the Ice Age. Thanks to skilled hands and wise heads, they are still the basis of modern prosperity. Fishing and agriculture, shipping, trade and industry. And culture – a thriving culture! The region of Stavanger is European Capital of Culture in 2008! View more on www.stavanger2008.no
Rewarding experiences await you. Imagine a concert under the full moon at Orre, or strolling along the quayside in Stavanger during the Food Festival, listening to the din of the crowd, catching a scent of salt air, and sampling honest food and great produce. Or climbing the stairs of Tungenes lighthouse to face the open sea beyond the edge of Jæren. Or visiting Svartehola, a nine metre deep grotto, where our ancestors found shelter, or the 1400-year-old Iron Age farm at Ullandhaug. Or imagine the Viking Age brought back to life all around you.
Wander amongst shifting sand dunes, ramble through forests and heath, and catch the silence and scent of green. Find a calm lake, a clucking creek, cast your line and wait for the fish. Visit a greenhouse where farmers proudly grow their herbs and vegetables, or explore small and varied museums that each tells a fascinating chapter of our colourful history.
Whether you’re travelling for pleasure or business, you are sure to find our region exciting, nourishing and memorable. Young couples, families or relaxed seniors enjoying the good life, friends travelling for a good time, conference or seminar participants – it’s easy to tailor a program of satisfying activities and adventures.
The official web site for the region of Stavanger is www.regionstavanger.com
