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Gjesdal

Kongeparken - Family Park

Western Norway's largest amusement park and Rogaland's most popular attraction. Discover the delights of the magic chocolate factory where children are invited to make real Freia milk chocolate! The park has much to offer, including Norway's longest...

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Sandnes

Vitenfabrikken (science centre)

Did you know that one of the world's leading mathematicians was born not far from Sandnes? Visit us at «Vitenfabrikken» and explore Abel's sketchbook. How many meters of DNA does your body contain? How long can you keep your balance on the skateboard?...

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Stavanger

The Geopark

The Troll oil and gas field is reconstructed in an authentic and colourful landscape, that can be used for activities such as skating, climbing, sand volleyball, graffiti art, performances, concerts, dance and classes given by the Norwegian Petroleum...

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Stavanger

Norwegian Petroleum Museum

The Norwegian Petroleum museum is a museum for everyone. Its exhibits explain how oil and gas are created, discovered and produced, and what they are used for. The museum also provides information about technological advances and the way petroleum...

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Stavanger

Rogaland Theatre

Welcome to convincing performances on our four theatre stages. Tickets and programme information available from the ticket office....

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Stavanger

The Pulpit Rock

Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen) - One of the most visited attractions in Norway, and one of the most photographed sites. To visit this popular fjord formation, that is 604 m over the Lysefjord, is a fantastic nature experience.  In 2011 Preikestolen was...

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Forsand

Kjerag

Kjerag - the majestic mountain peak rises 1000 m above the Lysefjorden. The mountainside that swoops vertically to the fjord below is an impressive sight from the deck of a boat. Understandably, Kjerag is a seductress of mountain climbers and...

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Sandnes

Lysefjorden

One of the most famous fjords in the Stavanger region is Lysefjorden. The fjord is 42 km long with rocky walls falling nearly vertically over 1000 m into the water. This is undoubtedly one of the highlights of Norwegian nature. Marked trail along both...

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Gjesdal

Gloppedalsura scree

Gloppedalsura consists of avalanche boulders that are piled on top of an end moraine. 10,000 years ago the ice sheet that covered the area, melted away. For a period of time the massive end moraine dammed the Hunnedal river's former course, towards...

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Gjesdal

Hike to Månafossen and Mån

Månafossen is Rogaland's biggest waterfall and Norway's ninth tallest free fall waterfall. From the parking area you proceed on foot along the southeast bank of the river. The path up to Månafossen is steep and rugged in places. The steepest spots have...

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Hå

Kongeveien - The Royal Road

Kongeveien is a 10 km long trail following the seashore from Kvassheim to Hå old vicarage. The path partly follows the old riding trail over Jæren. It is clearly marked and divided into stages. Distances: Husvegg-Grødalandstunet 4.9 km,...

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Sandnes

Dalsnuten

Dalsnuten has an altitude of 324 m. A refreshing walk through easy terrain to the summit rewards you with a marvellous view. Parking at start of path. Allow 2-3 hours for a round trip. Access from Rv13 and Daleveien towards Dale, turn off towards...

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Sandnes

The 7 wolf cubs

A hiking trail with 7 spectacular scenic views overlooks the city of Sandnes, Gandsfjorden and the north of Jæren. On the edge of the Wolf Hills (Ulvanutane) you find His Majesty’s View. You can use the telescope provided here to get to know the city of...

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