Explorethe Edge of Norway

Architecture and heritage

Feistein lighthouse is situated on an island two kilometres west of the Sele marina. It was in use for the first time in 1859. The buildings that remain today; the lighthouse tower, lighthouse keeper's residence, the annexe and the boatshed are all preserved as cultural heritage buildings. 

Architecture and heritage

Jærstrendene (the beaches of Jæren) stretches from Tungenes in the north to Sirevåg in the south with a total length of 70 kilometres. You'll find a mixture of sand beaches, pebble beaches and a moraine coast.

Art and museums

At the beach, Orrestranden, is the information centre, Friluftshuset på Orre. This is a stop along the Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren, a visit worth the while. The centre includes information about the Jæren beaches as a nature reserve and a bird and plant-protected area.

Water sport and kayaking

Did you know that Stavanger and the region offer fantastic surfing beaches? Here you get the best of everything! Explore surfing at Borestranden!

Water sport and kayaking

Learn the basic skills to start kitesurfing on your own.

Beaches

Take a walk on the beach on a wet autumn day with the sea in turmoil, or experience a summer evening with a blazing sunset; a calm, blue sea, and a horizon of infinity. The ever-changing light in this part of Norway has inspired many landscape painters. The beach has the Blue flag certificate.

Beaches

Ognasanden: Hidden gem with rocky shores, coves, and a river mouth. Diverse terrain, long shoreline, and charming cliffs make it unique.

Beaches

Borestranden is one of the nicest beaches in Norway and is three kilometres long. The beach is located along the FV507, the Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren, and is a nice stop off the scenic road.

Beaches

Refsnesstranda is a hiking destination along the Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren. Here you'll find a small and beautiful sandy beach in the south that turns into a pebble beach in the north and an unusual restroom facility.

Mountain hikes and walks

Experience the history of the Jæren coast along the "Kongevegen" - thousand-year-old trails, including Holvegen and Kongevegen from the 17th century.

Architecture and heritage

Orre old church is from the middle of the 13th century. The medieval church in brick and wood is the oldest building in the area. The church has the conservation status protected/listed.

Architecture and heritage

Ogna Church is a beautiful, small medieval church richly ornamented in soapstone.