Cities
Jørpeland
Jørpeland is the closest town to the iconic Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock). The town has a rich selection of shops, and is the administration centre for Strand municipality in Ryfylke.
Jørpeland was established early in the 20th century, as local waterfalls were being exploited for hydroelectric power, and the steelworks were founded. The Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke passes Jørpeland.
Preikestolen and the town centre
Jørpeland is an excellent base for excursions to the iconic Preikestolen, as well as other scenic highlights. There is an excellent net of marked mountain trails in the region.
Facilities in the town include a cultural center with cinema, many assorted shops, wine shop, cafés, tourist information, restaurants, hotel and a guest harbour with a popular promenade. There are a golf course and a campsite nearby.
Every year, before the summer holiday, Jørpeland hosts a popular festival called "Strandadagene".
Several attractions
Many visitors note the striking modern steel sculptures erected in and around the town centre. Attractions near Jørpeland include the petroglyphs at Solbakk, with 40 well-preserved ship figures dating back to the bronze age, the old furniture- and woodworking factory Jørpelands Brug, the historic Verkshotellet, and the rather striking Jørpeland church.
If you’re on a boating holiday, two popular destinations are the islets Fjellsholmen and Jørpelandsholmen. The beaches "Barkavika" and "Nordlys" are populær among the locals.
Travel by bus
The town offers excellent communications, with regular bus services to Solbakk bus stations, next to the sub-sea tunnel, and further to Stavanger, Tau or Hjelmeland, and, during summer season, to Preikestolen Basecamp.
Click here for timetable. (Under Ryfylke)
Travel inspiration
Activities near Jørpeland
Outdoor activities and nature
Hike to Preikestolen in the Lysefjorden
Strand municipality
Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) rises 604 metres above the Lysefjord in Ryfylke, and is one of Norway's biggest attractions. The view at the top is stunning.
Adventure parks and animals
Outdoor area on Jørpelandsholmen
Strand municipality
Jørpelandsholmen is a popular recreation area at Jørpeland in Strand in Ryfylke. There is a 1,2 km trail around the entire island, easy for the whole family.
Outdoor activities and nature
Guided kayak tour around Jørpeland
Strand municipality
Join Fjord Expedition on a guided kayak tour in beautiful scenery and calm waters around Jørpeland. The tour suits everyone, no kayaking experience needed.
Outdoor activities and nature
The forces that shaped and transformed Jørpeland
Jørpeland
Explore the history of the Steelworks from Vågabakken to Hammeren, with fascinating stories and stunning views.
Outdoor activities and nature
The Secrets of Jørpelandsholmen
Jørpeland
Experience 5,000 years of history through theater and stories from the Stone Age, Viking Age, and modern times. Learn about the holmen's role, past and present, as a vital meeting place.
How to get here
Ryfylke is best known for the iconic mountains Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) and Kjerag, which are both on the spectacular Lysefjorden. But when you drive along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke, between Lysefjorden in the south and Hårå in Røldal in the north, you will experience lots of contrasts among majestic mountains and deep fjords.
Getting to and around RyfylkeDining and accommodation near Jørpeland
Accommodation
Verkshotellet at Jørpeland
Strand municipality
Verkshotellet is a historic and cozy hotel in the center of Jørpeland in Ryfylke, only ten minutes by car to the trail to Preikestolen.
Food and drink
The restaurant Villa Rosehagen at Jørpeland
Strand municipality
Villa Rosehagen is beautifully situated in a large garden in the centre of Jørpeland, Ryfylke. Here you can enjoy local food with nice views of the fjord.
Food and drink
Ryfylke bakeri & konditori at Jørpeland
Strand municipality
The cozy cafe Ryfylke bakeri & konditori is located in the centre of Jørpeland in Ryfylke, and has a large selection of breads, salats and pastries.
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