Nature and attractions
Spring fever in the Stavanger region
- Spring
Last updated 2025-04-25
Explore waterfalls dropping down steep mountainsides and tropical flower power in one destination.
Island flower power
Nature coming to life through the blossoming of flowers and plants is a welcoming experience after the crisp winter season. Let your senses go floral exploration.
Flor & Fjære is the northernmost tropical island in the world. Who would’ve thought that you could find palm trees in Norway? The gardens are a must-see attraction on a visit to the Stavanger region. Every spring and through the summer months, the thriving family business welcomes you to their private island to take part in the flower wonderland they have created here. Guiding of gardens, transport and a meal are included in the ticket.
Restaurant
Have dinner among palm trees at Flor & Fjære
Sør-Hidle
Flor & Fjære is a colourful and thriving restaurant and garden located on the island of Sør-Hidle in Ryfylke.
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Adventure parks and family parks
Rogaland Arboretum
Sandnes
The arboretum is a large collection of both common and unusual bushes and trees from all over the world, and the whole area covers an area of 173 acres.
Adventure parks and family parks
Stavanger Botanic Garden
Stavanger
Stavanger botanic garden lies to the west of Ullandhaug tower, with fine views over Jæren, Hafrsfjord and the North Sea. The garden has a southerly aspect, sheltered from the east by the forest of Sørmarka and from the south by Stavanger University.
Chasing waterfalls
The mountain snow is melting, and spring is the time when the waterfalls are brimming with water. It’s almost like the waterfalls are dancing to their own tune, to the bouldering sound of cascading water in freefall down the mountainsides. Can you hear the music?
The Månafossen waterfall is the tallest in the county with 90 metres of freefall. Explore the waterfall on a hike, either with a nature guide or on your own. Your hike should not end at the viewing point though. Continue yet another small climb, for another half an hour and you’ll find yourselves at the ancient mountain farm of Mån. Up until 1915, people lived here at the starting point of the valley. Spend a day or two here, there are nice camping grounds on the grass fields down towards the river. You can also stay the night at Friluftsgarden Mån, just remember to book in advance.
Read about the hike and the Mån farm:
Mountain hikes and walks
Månafossen waterfall and Friluftsgården Mån
Byrkjedal
Short yet challenging hike to Månafossen. The effort pays off for the breathtaking view of the waterfall plunging 92 metres through a narrow gorge.
Mountain hikes and walks
Guided hike to Månafossen waterfall and Dalsnuten from Stavanger
Stavanger
Join a guided day trip to Månafossen waterfalls and Dalsnuten with Get Guided Norway! Two places where you can see nature in all its beauty!
Mountain hikes and walks
Guided hike to Månafossen waterfall
Sandnes
Join a trip to Månafossen, Rogaland's largest waterfall at 90 metres! Månafossen is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Rogaland and is Norway's 7th largest waterfall. After several great vantage points, you continue to the mountain farm Mån and let yourself be fascinated by the history of Mån.