Explorethe Edge of Norway

Beaches

At the idyllic Vaulen bathing area, you will find six small sandy beaches facing the Gandsfjord. Vaulen is one of Stavanger's most visited bathing spots.

Adventure parks and family parks

Norway's toughest climbing wall is at Sørmarka Arena. Beginners and experts will be stretched at our 'monsterwall' which is 17m high and has about 1000 m² of climbing surfaces. The wall has a great variety of angles and steepness allowing the wall to cater to all levels of climbers. If you have a Brattkort you can climb with your partner when you like, or if you have a sikringskort you can climb on toprope when our instructors are present. Beginners can try our offer 'prøv å klatre' or 'try climbing' where no experience or equipment is needed. All our different courses and climbing offers can be booked on our website under Hva skjer, kurs og aktivitetskalender.

Beaches

Popular bathing area including a beach, barbecue facilities and play area for children. Kiosk open on warm days. It is part of the hiking area near Gandsfjorden. Access from Østre Ring.

Adventure parks and family parks

A visit to Landa Park at Forsand in Ryfylke is an exciting journey back in time. Bring your family and experience history up close.

Adventure parks and family parks

Discover this popular science museum in Sandnes. There are four levels of exhibitions and activities. Topics are natural science, mathematics, energy and astronomy, regional industrial history and Sandnes' city history.

Adventure parks and family parks

Øglændsparken is one of two parks in the old part of Sandnes city centre. The second is the neighbouring park, Kirkeparken.

Adventure parks and family parks

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.

Adventure parks and family parks

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

Enjoy public ice skating - an unforgettable experience with winter fun in the heart of Stavanger. Skating is fun, increases your activity level, and provides a great learning experience!

Adventure parks and family parks

Vitengarden at Nærbø: Learn about Jæren's agriculture, food production, technology and nature through interactive exhibitions. Meet animals and jump in the hay.

Adventure parks and family parks

Skating is a great activity for big and small. Sørmarka Arena has 3 skating rinks: a 400m track, the hockey rink (30x60) and our penguin rink (8x60).

Adventure parks and family parks

Jørpeland Skatepark, located near the centre of Jørpeland in Ryfylke, features a pumptrack, bowl, and parkour facilities.