Explorethe Edge of Norway

Mountain hikes and walks

For a great view, Lifjell is one of the best viewing points of northern Jæren. From the top, you can enjoy magnificent views of Stavanger, the Gandsfjord, the North Sea and Ryfylke.

Mountain hikes and walks

The hike from Hommersåk to Lifjell offers magnificent views of Gandsfjorden, the North Sea, North Jæren, Riska and Ryfylke.

Mountain hikes and walks

It takes an hour from Storrsheia and up to the top. Hint: bring binoculars. Fantastic views from the top!

Mountain hikes and walks

Melshei is a popular forest area in Sandnes for hiking year-round.

Mountain hikes and walks

The beaches of Jæren are a fantastic place for walks, with high skies, a wide horizon and the endless sea. Most are sandy beaches with dunes, whilst some are pebble beaches.

Mountain hikes and walks

Where ore from the Gursli mines was once transported, you can now follow a scenic trail to Lake Gullvann and Hattesteinan.

Mountain hikes and walks

At 815 metres, Frafjordhatten rises above the surrounding mountains, with sweeping views towards North Jæren, Stavanger and Bokn.

Mountain hikes and walks

A nice roundtrip hike of 10,2 kilometres. Marked trail in a landscape with rocky shores and pastures stretching over the entire coastline on the west side of the island.

Mountain hikes and walks

Huge hiking area northeast of Sandnes with several mountains and ponds.

Mountain hikes and walks

Those who choose to go on the trip to Storaberget will see both older and newer cultural monuments along the way. Once at the top, a magnificent view opens up in all directions.

Mountain hikes and walks

Discover Gullbergstuva in Lund – 463 metres above sea level, with stunning views and fascinating geology on a 2.5-hour hike.

Mountain hikes and walks

Bandåsen is with its 513 m the highest mountain peak in the islands of Ryfylke. From Tjeltveit, the hike goes along the old road (sjoarveien) to Helgeland.