Cities andPlaces

Ready for some small-town charm in the name of literature? Bryne has fostered many an author, one of them is author Arne Garborg, whose works have been translated into English. Or is football more your cup of tea? Famous football player Erling Braut Haaland is also from Bryne. Bryne is easily accessible, either by train some 30 minutes from Stavanger, or by car.

Kjerag – The Majesty of the Lysefjord. Towering at an impressive 1,132 meters, Kjerag is the highest peak along Lysefjord, offering a dramatic sight from the water below.

From historic small-town charm to modern street art, welcome to an international fjord city that offers exciting experiences! The city of Stavanger is known for street art, good food, culture and proximity to beautiful natural attractions.

Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) towers 604 metres above the Lysefjord in Ryfylke, and has ranked top in international lists of unique nature-based experiences. Would you like to visit one of the biggest tourist attractions in Norway?

Jørpeland is the closest town to the iconic Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock). The town has a rich selection of shops, and is the administration centre for Strand municipality in Ryfylke.

Experience the historical town of Egersund: A cosy town filled with wooden houses and a beautiful centre with restaurants, cafes and niche shops. All this and more only an hour from Stavanger.

In the county's second-largest city located in the very heart of the Gandsfjord you can find all you need; niche shopping, accommodation, a museum, a skate park and playground, cafes and restaurants. Plenty of activities for a nice holiday!