Nature and attractions
6 places for autumn photos in the Stavanger region
- Autumn
Last updated 2025-10-01
With changing colours in nature and perhaps also changing weather, you can capture incredibly beautiful autumn motifs on your camera roll from the Stavanger region.
In autumn, the weather in the Stavanger region is often slightly cooler, with daytime temperatures ranging from 10 to 15 degrees in September and gradually decreasing towards November. There may be a little more rainfall in October and November. In our inland municipalities, it is a little cooler, and there may be frost at night from November onwards. What they all have in common is that the landscape changes colour, becoming golden and colourful. There are also often some clear, beautiful autumn days. In Sirdal, you may occasionally see snowfall as early as November.
The Edge of Norway at its most beautiful:
#EXPLORE AUTUMN
1. Preikestolen
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You can't miss this icon on a photo tour of the region.
Preikestolen
Autumn at Preikestolen often means fewer crowds on the hike there, but the famous attraction is still easily accessible.
It's a good idea to book a sunrise tour, as this will guarantee you an almost deserted plateau where you can take the most beautiful photos of the fjord and mountains bathed in autumn sunshine and colours. On grey days, you may catch a mysterious blanket of clouds over the fjord, which can be glimpsed 600 metres below. Weather creates contrasts, and contrasts create great photo opportunities. Find guided hikes to Preikestolen here.
Preikestolen
Nature's own play of colours
Autumn on the mountain plateau
Preikestolen and the Lysefjord
Sunrise
Preikestolen and the Lysefjord
#EXPLORE AUTUMN
2. The Jæren beaches
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The long coastline of Jæren is beautiful all year round. The Jæren beaches stretch from Tungenes in the north to Sirevåg in the south and are 70 kilometres long. There are 25 kilometres of sandy beaches, with the rest being pebble beaches and moraine coastline.
The Jæren beaches
As we all know, with autumn comes more weather, and perhaps especially here, where the wind has nothing to stop it.
The autumn storms are noticeable here on the edge of Norway. It can be both powerful and a little scary at times. However, if you keep a good distance, it can be dramatic and beautiful to see the sea crash against the beach, the cliffs and the pebbles. The light at Jæren is also constantly changing because the weather changes so often, which makes the beaches of Jæren extra photogenic.
#Autumn storm
The Jæren beaches
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Here, the waves crash against Feistein lighthouse. NB. Make sure you are in a safe place if you are out in the storm. Some harbours have storm shelters, such as Madland harbour.
#Autumn sky
The Jæren beaches
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The sun just breaks through heavy cloud cover at Hellestø, creating magical images.
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The Jæren beaches
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Surfing is a typical autumn activity
Here you will find beaches in the Stavanger region
#Explore lakes and waters
3. Figgjoelva, Lundevatnet or Ørsdalsvatnet
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There is something majestic and magical that can happen in that phase between autumn and winter, when the air starts to get colder, but the water in the lakes is still somewhat warmed by the summer.
Figgjoelva, Lundevatnet or Ørsdalsvatnet
This usually causes fog to form, also known as evaporation mist. In any case, it looks amazing! And for amateur photographers, it's worth its weight in gold! Find a lake in autumn and observe it. The Stavanger region is home to several lakes, ranging from large to small.
You are most likely to see this veil early in the morning, at sunrise, and look for the deepest lakes to see this phenomenon. Learn more about lakes here.
Fishing
Figgjo River
Ålgård
The Figgjo river is temporarily closed for fishing (1/7/24) and opens partially from 11/7/24. The river is a popular sport fishing river and is one of Norway's biggest salmon rivers.
Boat trips and fjord cruises
Boat trip at the Ørsdalsvatnet lake
Magma UNESCO Global Geopark
The largest lake in Bjerkreim municipality is this 17-kilometre-long lake; Ørsdalsvatnet. The lake and surrounding nature can best be experienced by going on a boat trip with M/K Ørsdølen on Sundays in summer.
#Autumn
Lake Lundevatnet
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A beautiful autumn day in Lund. Fill your bicycle bag with local delicacies and find your photo opportunity.
#Dramatic mountains and waterfalls
4. Månafossen waterfall, Dirdal and Frafjord
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Forest terrain, mountains and fjords. Here you get a little bit of everything when it comes to nature. Take a trip to Rogaland's largest waterfall, the majestic Månafossen. What could be better than a dynamic, foaming waterfall combined with strong autumn colours all around?
Dirdal, Frafjord and Månafossen
Dirdal and Frafjord are located in the mountain municipality of Gjesdal, and if you are looking for photo-friendly locations, you will not be disappointed. Here you will find golden vegetation against dark water and mountains.
Mountain hikes and walks
Månafossen waterfall and Friluftsgården Mån
Byrkjedal
Short yet challenging hike to Månafossen. The effort pays off for the breathtaking view of the waterfall plunging 92 metres through a narrow gorge.
Mountain hikes and walks
Guided hike to Månafossen waterfall
Sandnes
Join Lysefjorden Adventure on a trip to Månafossen – the largest waterfall near Stavanger at 90 metres, and one of Norway's most spectacular natural gems!
Mountain hikes and walks
Guided hike to Månafossen waterfall and Dalsnuten from Stavanger
Stavanger
Join a guided day trip to Månafossen waterfalls and Dalsnuten with Get Guided Norway! Two places where you can see nature in all its beauty!
Mountain hikes and walks
Stavanger Day Trip: Via Ferrata, Fjords and Waterfalls
Stavanger
Climb through Northern Europe's largest boulder field, hike to Månafossen, and experience Norwegian fjords, culture, and history, all in one day!
#Gjesdal
Dirdal, Frafjord
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A perfect moment – two trees captured in the warm glow of autumn.
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Dirdal, Frafjord
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A quiet moment – autumn colours reflected in the tranquillity of the mountains.
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Månafossen
#Oh lord, the fjord
5. Lysebotn, Lysefjorden
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Autumn in Lysefjorden is beautiful. The fjord itself is one of Norway's most beautiful natural gems. With the autumn colours and warm light in the fjord's own ‘light tunnel’, it can be magical.
Lysebotn, Lysefjorden
Low autumn light in the early morning and late afternoon will bathe the water and mountainsides in a golden light, creating long shadows and highlighting the structure of the mountain wall. Perfect for those who like depth and drama in their photos.
For example, you can still drive along Lysevegen in autumn before it closes for the winter, and just before you drive down to Lysebotn from Øygardstøl, you will get a very special perspective from the top of the innermost part of the fjord. Here you may also encounter fog and steam phenomena – so-called fjord smoke – early in the morning.
#Take your fjord photo in autumn
Lysebotn, Lysefjorden
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On the trip to the world-famous Kjerag bolt, you can just about see the beginning of Lysefjorden, Lysebotn, from above before the hike starts at Øygardstøl.
#Take a trip on the fjord
Lysebotn, Lysefjorden
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Autumn brings beautiful sunsets on Lysefjorden. Here from a fjord cruise with luxurious Private Cruise.
#Fjord mystique
Lysebotn, Lysefjorden
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Between the fjord and the mountains, you will find moments that take your breath away. Here you will find pure poetry in pictures!
#Eigerøy, Magma UNESCO Global Geopark
6. Eigerøy
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On the west side of Egersund town, you will find a photo-friendly spot for great autumn pictures: Eigerøy. Here you will find heathland, low mountains and small lakes with reflections – all in warm autumn colours.
Eigerøya
The coastal heather turns deep rust-red and brown shades in autumn, creating a different colour palette than inland. On calm days, both the small bays and straits lie like mirrors, where autumn heather and blue skies create a pure natural palette.
Low autumn sun out by the sea means long shadows and glowing edges on the landscape – perfect for both wide-angle and telephoto lenses.
