Explorethe Edge of Norway

Mountain hikes and walks

Use your smartphone or tablet and dive into the life and literature of Arne Garborg, one of the most important Norwegian authors at the turn of the 19th century. Through film and sound, you will meet Arne Garborg himself as well as characters from his novels.

Adventure parks and family parks

The play park Veras Lekeland is located at the shopping centre M44 at Bryne, only 20 minutes from Sandnes and 50 minutes from Egersund.

Art and museums

The village museum consists of historically furnished rooms - living room, bedroom, washroom, etc.

Mountain hikes and walks

Frøylandsvatnet - a family trip along the lake, forests, and agricultural areas.

Mountain hikes and walks

Steinkjerringa and Synesvarden: Jæren's largest heathland, reminiscent of 1800s flat-Jæren. Heather, bell heather, historic grazing area and a lady in stone!

Mountain hikes and walks

Nice round trip at Høg-Jæren where the view follows you all the time, and you have a view far out to sea at the top of Ulvarudlå.

Architecture and heritage

This power station opened in 1915 to supply all the electricity needs of Time municipality, present and future.

Package tours

The perfect short break for you and your family at Jæren, the southwestern part of Stavanger region.

Art and museums

This was author Arne Garborg's summer residence at Jæren, from 1899-1923. Knudaheio inspired his major biographical work "Knudaheio Letters" of 1904.

Art and crafts

Nestled in the beautiful landscape of Jæren, among open fields and forests, is Woodling, a clothing brand that seamlessly combines Norwegian craftsmanship with modern design and sustainable values.

Architecture and heritage

The crofter's farm Træe at Line is a popular site for professional and amateur photographers. It is a typical house from the area "Jærhus" and built in a spartan style.

Art and museums

Garborgheimen is the childhood home of the poet Arne Garborg and is a very well-preserved Jæren house. Arne Garborg left home at the age of 16.