Explorethe Edge of Norway

Festivals

Jærdagen and Jærnåttå at Bryne, the big happening of the year! 

Art and museums

Fritz Røed created the sculpture park as a song about life, where each verse leads on through freedom, joy, strife, hope and the joy of life.

Mountain hikes and walks

Middagskjerringa gazes down towards Lysedalen 700 meters below and across to Jenafjell on the other side.

Beaches

Take a walk on the beach on a wet autumn day with the sea in turmoil, or experience a summer evening with a blazing sunset; a calm, blue sea, and a horizon of infinity. The ever-changing light in this part of Norway has inspired many landscape painters. The beach has the Blue flag certificate.

Beaches

Brusanden is a long and wide beach with white sand. Here you'll also find a unique dune landscape, river courses and Norway's only natural lagoon.

Beaches

Refsnesstranda is a hiking destination along the Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren. Here you'll find a small and beautiful sandy beach in the south that turns into a pebble beach in the north and an unusual restroom facility.

Beaches

Borestranden is one of the nicest beaches in Norway and is three kilometres long. The beach is located along the FV507, the Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren, and is a nice stop off the scenic road.

Beaches

Ognasanden: Hidden gem with rocky shores, coves, and a river mouth. Diverse terrain, long shoreline, and charming cliffs make it unique.

Mountain hikes and walks

Jenafjell is a lesser-known but exciting summit hike starting from Lysebotn. The trail offers a variety of landscapes and breathtaking views.

Art and crafts

Nestled in the beautiful landscape of Jæren, among open fields and forests, is Woodling, a clothing brand that seamlessly combines Norwegian craftsmanship with modern design and sustainable values.

Package tours

The perfect short break for you and your family at Jæren, the southwestern part of Stavanger region.

Art and museums

This was author Arne Garborg's summer residence at Jæren, from 1899-1923. Knudaheio inspired his major biographical work "Knudaheio Letters" of 1904.