Explorethe Edge of Norway

Mountain hikes and walks

Those who choose to go on the trip to Storaberget will see both older and newer cultural monuments along the way. Well up at the top, a magnificent view opens up in all directions. In good weather, you can see not only Riskalandet and the lakes Lutsivassdraget, but also far out to the sea and the Ryfylkeheiene moors. Storaberget offers challenges and experiences for both large and small hikers.

Mountain hikes and walks

Huge hiking area northeast in Sandnes with several mountains and ponds.

Sport

At Frilager.no, you will find nearly everything in terms of equipment for rent. If you are planning a tent trip, it is possible to rent equipment for cooking, accommodation, tents and transport. If you want to frolic in the water, they have fishing equipment, kayaks and canoes. If you lack clothing for the mountain hike or a map and compass, they also rent out this type of equipment.

Cycling

The essence of Norway's beauty! Get the best of the best on this Explorer tour with Norway Bike Experience.

Mountain hikes and walks

Lysefjorden Adventure AS is an activity provider of guided tours and hikes in the Stavanger region and the surrounding, grand nature. Having Stavanger as their starting point, the distance to unique nature gems is never far away.

Mountain hikes and walks

Preikestolen sunrise hike is one of Norway's most popular hikes. Experience the sunrise over the mountains on this guided tour with Lysefjorden Adventure.

Retail

Holidays and shopping go hand in hand. Kvadrat shopping centre in Sandnes is a great place to start. And Kvadrat offers much more than just shopping!

Climbing, canyoning and zip wire

SkogSprett Klatrepark is a unique climbing park located in beautiful Melsheia in Sandnes. SkogSprett offers three different activities: a net park for even small children, a state-of-the-art climbing park and SUP courses.

Horse riding and dog sledding

Experience the robust and tölting Icelandic horse - no matter your previous riding experience. Tryggvi Islandshestgård offers guided tours on Icelandic horses with different levels of experience, and the trails and speeds are adjusted to each level.

Mountain hikes and walks

Melshei is a popular forest area in Sandnes for hiking year-round.

Architecture and heritage

This open-air stage is set in the centre of the municipality of Sandnes outside Stavanger, bringing the focus back to the local centre in the face of competition from new harbourside developments.

Skiing

Sandnes Sparebank Arena is Norway's most beautiful roller ski arena, perhaps one of the world's nicest. It is located in Melshei which is a popular recreation area near Sandnes town centre.