Explorethe Edge of Norway

Mountain hikes and walks

Mjåvassknuten is not just an adventurous summit tour, it is also a journey through industry and ancient local culture. A large mining activity took place here, where both tungsten and molybdenum ores were extracted. There are still traces of this to this day. A wonderful, however, demanding trip.

Cycling

Welcome to Flekkefjordbanen and our rail biking trips! This is a perfect activity, whether you are visiting with your family, a group of friends, or are ready for a teambuilding day with your colleagues.

Mountain hikes and walks

The road over Tronåsen, between Rogaland and the western part of Agder, was built as a part of the main road to Western Norway – “Vestlandske hovedvei.

Architecture and heritage

Kløgetvedttunet is an old farm from the 17-18th century that has been carefully restored. It contains a collection representing the farmer culture of this community. The living room, with interior from 1890, can be used for organisations and businesses for meetings. Please contact in advance for a guided visit. The farm has no scheduled opening hours. For more information or a guided tour, please contact the department for culture or the service office in Bjerkreim municipality. During summer, it is open some Sundays in June and August with different kind of events. 

City sightseeing

The Dutch Quarter in Flekkefjord is the charming area where traditional meets modern. The old part of the city is known for its wooden, white, historical houses and narrow cobblestone streets. As a beautiful contrast, more than 30 pieces of street art are spread around the city and most of them are seen in the historical Dutch Quarter.

Skiing

Rogaland's first roller ski trail was built at Vikeså in Bjerkreim.

Boat trips and fjord cruises

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.

Mountain hikes and walks

The mining road to the Gursli mines must have been a major struggle to the workers who were transporting ore during World War I. Considering the technical aids they had at the time, the word "exhaustion" comes to mind. Today it is a nice hike around Gullvann lake and towards the old mining site.

Architecture and heritage

The park is to commemorate fallen soldiers from Rogaland that have been in service for the UN.The monument that was erected as a memorial has a great view of Svelavatnet. Located just by the E39, close to Vikeså Veiservice.

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

The lovely recreation area surrounding Sætra is perfect for outdoor activities, all year round. Sætra has wonderful lighted trails for evening hikes and a sliding hill.

Mountain hikes and walks

Vikeså's hiking destination in the town centre. "Gapahuk Storafjellet" is not actually a lean-to shelter, but a cabin open to everyone. Built on the initiative of local enthusiasts, on a peak at an altitude of 500 meters in the middle of Vikeså centre.