Destinasjon Haugesund & Haugalandet

THE WHITE HAVEN

BY THE SEA

HOMELAND OF THE VIKING KINGS

NORWAY´S BIRTHPLACE

WELCOME TO THE

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SPECTACULAR HIKINGS

WATERFALL AND FJORDS

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NORDVEGEN HISTORY CENTRE tells the story about how Avaldsnes became The First Royal Throne of Norway.

HOMELAND OF THE VIKING KINGS, NORWAY´S BIRTHPLACE

FROM The Viking Farm.

In Norway, and at the heart of Fjord Norway, you will find the Haugesund region. This is the Homeland of the Viking Kings – Norway’s birthplace.

Here you can discover the island of Karmøy, where Avaldsnes is situated – Norway’s oldest throne.

PRIOR TO the Viking Age, Avaldsnes was a seat of power. This is where the Vikings ruled the route that gave its name to Norway – the way north.

Around 870 AD, King Harald the Fairhaired made Avaldsnes his main royal estate, which was to become Norway’s oldest throne.

From the time the first seafaring vessels were built in the late Stone Age and up to the Middle Ages, the seat of power of the reigning princes and kings has been located at Avaldsnes. Such power-continuity does not exist anywhere else in Scandinavia.

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Avaldsnes is therefore a key point in understanding the fundamental importance of voyage by sea in terms of Norway’s earliest history. The foundation stone of modern Norway was laid in 1814, but the country’s historical foundation is located at Avaldsnes.

Today, one can visit St. Olav’s church at Avaldsnes, as well as Nordvegen History Center, and the Viking Farm. These are all places of importance for the Vikings and the history of Norway.

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HAUGESUND

In the heart of Norway´s south-western cruise region.

Experience the best of what Norway has to Offer: fjords, waterfalls, coastal and city culture, the unique Viking history, a glacier, mountains, and idyllic islands are among what you will find.

The region also offers a wealth of natural wonders just waiting for you to explore!

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SHORE EX INHALE THE VIKING SPIRIT

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WELCOME TO EXCITING ADVENTURES ON HISTORIC GROUND!

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HIGHLIGHTS IN HAUGESUND

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Experience the heart of Haugesund and get a good introduction to this small but vibrant city.

AMONG THE THINGS YOU WILL SEE ARE: - The City Hall, which is considered Norway’s most beautiful city hall - The upmarket area at Salhus Road where all the wealthy ship owners lived in the 1800’s

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- Haraldshaugen - the place in Snorre’s Sagas where the Harald Fairhaired is buried.

- Steinsfjellet Mountain view point - admire the view of the mighty North Sea from this vantage point.

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Duration: 2 h Roundtrip: 24 km/15 miles Means of transport: bus Activity level: 1 (easy)

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BY BOAT

Duration: 2 h Roundtrip: 24 km/15 miles Means of transport: bus Activity level: 1 (easy)

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THE BOATS GO THROUGH Smedasundet Sound and between the islands of Risøy, Hasseløy and Vibrandsøy.

On Hasseløy the boats make a short stop for a taste of herring delicacies at the herring factory. You can go ashore at Vibrandsøy and experience the cultural landscape where refreshments can be ordered.

Experience Haugesund from charming wooden boats.

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AVALDSNES Travel back in time to experience Avaldsnes, the first ice-free location in Norway.

The site is also home to the first king of Norway – Harald the Fairhaired.

AT THE NORDVEGEN HISTORY CENTER we will be introduced to the history of Norway using modern technology, where the senses are stimulated to enhance the overall experience. With audio, lighting, images, and film – Harald the Fairhaired himself will guide us on a journey through 3,500 years.

Outside the history centre lies St. Olav’s Church, built by King Håkon Håkonsson around 1250 AD. Norway’s power was then at its greatest and the church can therefore be seen as a symbol of the unification of the

Norwegian Kingdom completed by King Håkon Håkonsson. We make a visit inside to hear more about this important Church.

An upright stone is located behind the Church. This is known as the Virgin Mary’s sewing needle and is the only one remaining of several monumental stones which once stood around the church. The stone leans in towards the church wall and a saga tells that Judgment Day will arrive when the stone comes into contact with the church wall.

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Duration: 3 h Distance from cruise pier: 15 min Means of transport: bus (+boat) Activity level: 1 (easy) 2 (medium)

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WHITE SANDY DUNES By the North Sea

VIKING RAID TO AVALDSNES LIVE YOUR LIFE as a Viking for a few hours. Try out activities such as spear throwing and bow and arrow, or you can take it easy and relax at the seaside.

Experience Vikings close up.

THIS IS A GREAT HIKE along the nature and heritage trail that runs from the village of Åkra to the village of Ferkingstad. Cultural and historical monuments lie in abundance between Åkra and the boathouse ruins at Hop. The hike starts at the north end of the beach at Åkra. From here you can enjoy the view of the white beaches stretching along the shore. The hike follows a natural path, and along the way you can see and sense a rich fauna and birdlife. At the south end of the beach the tour continues over to a historical area dating back to the Viking Age. Here, you will see stone monuments symbolizing the two daughters of King Augvald, one of our Viking kings. The tour continues to Ferkingstad Beach, where you can have a break and a snack. Afterwards, you can walk to the charming boat harbour, built in the 1960’s. The tour finishes at the Fisherman’s Memorial, a monument symbolizing local fishermen who lost their lives at sea.

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- Duration: 4 h - Distance from cruise pier: Departure from cruise pier - Means of transport: boat or bus - Activity level: 2

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Duration: 5 h Distance from cruise pier: 40 min Means of transport: bus Activity level: 2 (medium)

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PANORAMIC WALKING TOUR CRUISE PIER

FROM KARMØY TO NEW YORK

HIKE THE HILLS of Haugesund with a panoramic view of the North Sea, the islands, the city, and the municipalities of the region.

Enjoy a walk through a tiny forest and an open landscape before you end up at Kringsjå – a mountain farm with wild sheep. The view from the cabin, and the mountain farm, is beautiful. Coffee and waffles are served in front of the fireplace in the cabin, or outdoors with a wonderful view of the surrounding landscape of Haugesund.

DID YOU KNOW that the copper used in the Statue of Liberty in New York came from Karmøy? At the Mining Museum of Visnes you can learn about the history of the mining community, which consisted of about 3000 inhabitants in the 1800s. Take a stroll in Director Charles de Franse’s elegant garden and view the remains of the old melting works out by the sea. This is an adventure for the children too - the mining playground is very popular. The Visnes Natural History Collection contains birds and animal species native to Karmøy. You can also study the fauna and flora of the area.

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Duration: 2 h Distance from cruise pier: 15 min Means of transport: bus Activity level: 1 (easy)

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Duration: 2,5-3 h Distance from cruise pier: 15 min Means of transport: bus Activity level: 2 (medium)

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SKUDENESHAVN - THE WHITE HAVEN BY THE SEA Old Skudeneshavn is one of the most well-kept old wooden house towns of Europe and a quiet harbour for tall ships and small boats alike. With its narrow streets, the idyllic harbour and the old white wooden houses may charm you to stay for longer than you have planned to.

OLD SKUDENESHAVN - 130 white wooden houses originating from the 1800’s, when the herring-fishing industry was at its peak. In Skudeneshavn we take a stroll through the streets and our guide will share stories about the locals that once lived here.

At a local restaurant we enjoy home made fish soup, after the meal there will be free time to walk around in the town, before returning back to Haugesund by bus.

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Duration: 3,5 h Distance from cruise pier: 50 min Means of transport: bus Activity level: 1 (easy)

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ARQUEBUS MUSEUM ISLAND SAFARI BY RIB BOAT THE PEOPLE who hail from Norway’s birthplace have always lived from the sea; from the time of the Vikings up to our modern age of petroleum. Join in a thrilling maritime experience in Haugesund. The tour provides you with an exciting close-at-hand experience of the sea. Feel the ocean spray while the boat brings you from the city islands to where the fjord opens out to the sea. This is a tour for the adventurous!

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ONE OF NORWAY’S LARGEST WORLD WAR II MUSEUMS, Arquebus Museum. Covering more than 2000 m2, the museum takes the visitor through the dramatic history of the occupation on April 9th up to the liberation in 1945. One of the most distinctive aspects of the museum is the 100 mannequins wearing different civil and military clothes from the Second World War. There are several scenes from the war depicted by using vehicles, equipment, and even a reconstructed street!

On the return trip we will visit Steinsfjellet Mountain, a nearby summit that commands a panoramic view of Haugesund and the North Sea. This view point is 227 metres above sea level.

Duration: 1.5 h Distance from cruise pier: Pick up by boat Means of transport: High-speed RIB boat Activity level: 3 (hard)

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Duration: 3 h Distance from cruise pier: 15 min Means of transport: bus Activity level: 1 (easy)

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HERRING FACTORY

RYVARDEN LIGHT9 HOUSE

SINCE 1866 the Kyvik family have attained a vast knowledge about the salting, seasoning, preservation and finishing of what is called the silver of the sea. Herring preservation is a subject that requires specialized knowledge and experience.

The H.J. Kyvik Herring Factory was established in 1940 and is currently owned by brothers Bjørn and Tor Kyvik. As 4th generation Kyviks they are proud representatives of their profession and its industry. The family welcomes you on a guided tour of the herring factory. Guests will have the opportunity to taste different varieties of this refined, typical Norwegian specialty.

AT RYVARDEN LIGHTHOUSE, the forces of nature will touch both body and soul. The headland seems to reach out and lift you towards where the huge sky meets the mighty sea. Whether the storms rage and you lean into the wind, or the sea is calm, the scenery will give you a breathtaking feeling.

After the lighthouse became automatic in 1984, the buildings have been used as a cultural centre. Here one can find a gallery, café, and museum.

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- Duration: 4 h - Distance from cruise pier: 25 min - Means of transport: bus + walking (30 min one way) - Activity level: 21–2 (gravel road, marked path)

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Duration: 2 h Distance from cruise pier: 10 min Means of transport: bus Activity level: 1 (easy)

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HAUGESUND’S HISTORY AND EXCLUSIVE LOCAL FOOD

CLOSE TO HAUGESUND City Centre is an area featuring untouched nature. The landscape was formed during the Ice Age thousands of years ago. Here you can find more than a hundred wild sheep. Several paths lead to Kringsjå Mountain Farm, and the area is open to visitors all year.

The Kringsjå cottage is situated only a 15-minute walk away from the best viewpoint in Haugesund – Steinsfjellet Mountain. In bad weather it can be a good idea to get into to the warm cottage, preferably with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate in front of the fireplace. Goats and wild sheep have permanent pasture here. There is also a playground and an outdoor fireplace.

JOIN US FOR AN EXITING EXPERIENCE taking in Haugesund’s history and enjoy exclusive local cuisine. The trip includes great nature, fabulous stories and a fantastic look at the city from the sea. With RIB boats you get many experiences in a short period of time and lunch is served at Høyevarde, a restored lighthouse from the 18th century.

A RIB boat with a storyteller and guide will take you from the cruise pier through Smedasundet Sound and Karmsundet Sound and conclude at Høyevarde for a drink in the lighthouse followed by a 3-course lunch.

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- Duration: 3 h - Distance from cruise pier: 15 min - Means of transport: bus + 15 minutes of walking, good shoes required - Activity level: 2

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Duration: 3-4 h Distance from cruise pier: 20 min Means of transport: RIB boat Activity level: 2 (medium) Minimum pax: 8

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We visit the beautiful home and garden of our hosts, Anne and Leif Bjarte. They live in a charming wooden house from 1884. In their own words; “the house and the garden live together in quiet harmony, and the simplicity is the beauty of the place�.

EXPERIENCE AN EXCITING WORLD FROM THE TREETOPS! An active and fun-filled day of excitement and mastery. Alone or with friends or family? Just enjoy!

AN OLD STONE PATH leads you into the old garden. This is the place for perennials and roses, and an old stone stair leads you into the house. The garden includes several hundred different plant species. It is divided into sections, each with a different expression. There are quite a few herb spices to be found, which are used in both food and drinks.

In the garden there is also a greenhouse where they cultivate tomatoes, cucumbers, chili, apricots, and other plants for eating.

A memorable day where you can challenge yourself and your loved ones. Here, the adults have just as much fun as the kids.

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- Distance from cruise pier: 45 min - Means of transport: bus. Good shoes required - Activity level: 1-3

Fresh herb tea will be served, made from herbs from the garden. Nature is close by, and there is a rich bird life. This is a place for silence and beauty.

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Duration: 3-4 h Distance from cruise pier: 20 min Means of transport: RIB boat Activity level: 2 (medium) Minimum pax: 8

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HAUGESUND CITY CENTRE HAS A LOT TO OFFER: - Haugesund City Hall - Karmsund Civic Museum - Haugesund Art Gallery - Kyvik Herring Factory - Panoramic movie showing the region - City island cruise - Our Saviour’s Church - Shopping - City walks - Guided Tours - Visit the Statue of Harald the Fairhaired B Ø M LO - Havnaberg Viewpoint - Dokken Outdoor Museum - Playground in City Park - Christmas Market

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INFORMATION: Bus and boat can be combined from/to Haugesund - Viking Farm, Arquebus and Skudeneshavn.

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Boat: Haugesund - Utsira 50 min.

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HAUGESUND SHORE EXCURSION PLANNING MAP THE REGION IS RICH IN HISTORY with many exciting destinations to experience. A broad range of excursions is available for exploring the history, culture and stunning scenery the area has to offer.

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WELCOME TO EXCITING ADVENTURES ON HISTORIC GROUND!

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RØVÆR ISLAND

Røvær is an island located 25 minutes off the coast of Haugesund and is home to 110 inhabitants and one car.

HAGLAND NATURE AND ACTIVITY PARK THE ACTIVITY PARK is located north of Haugesund in a typical rough and fascinating Norwegian landscape with views looking out over the North Sea. In addition to a World War II fortress, there is also a rich history from the Viking Age and from the mining activities that started in the 1800s.

Hagland Natural Park is perfect for hiking and biking, and for exiting adventures. The park includes activities such as obstacle courses, Tyrolean traverse, treasure hunts, paintball hunting trail and boat trips with RIB boat. There is also a large play area featuring plenty of activities and experiences for children and adults.

ENJOY A FJORD CRUISE between city islands, and out in the open towards the North Sea. A guided tour on the island will give you a glimpse of its history. Follow a marked path which includes a 1000-year old Viking settlement and a museum depicting Røvær’s history.

The area is one of beautiful scenery with rocks, heaths and woodlands. Take time to see and experience the natural surroundings with its animal and plant life, and maybe you will be lucky enough to see eagles, deer, or Adder snakes.

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- Duration: 3-4 h - Distance from cruise pier: 20 min - Activity level: 1-3 (optional)

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Duration: 2.5 h Distance from cruise pier: 25 min Means of transport: boat Activity level: 2 (medium)

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SEA FISHING

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EAGLE SAFARI

IF YOU ARE a fishing enthusiast you will enjoy trying your luck in the open sea just off the coast of Haugesund. Your captain will provide you with safety instructions and behaviour at sea, and of course, a thorough lesson in the types of fish and hints about where to drop lines. Fishing lines and life vests will be provided.

If you wish, a fish soup made of the day’s catch can also be ordered and prepared on the return trip. This is sea fishing at its best! Meals and drinks served onboard.

FIRST PART of the sightseeing is by bus. Upon arrival at Yrkjefjorden Fjord you board the Johanne Karine (built in 1854) or the Kaia (built approx in 1860). A guide will explain all about the fjord, which is known for the many eagles living here, and hopefully you will get a closer look at these majestic birds.

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Duration: 4 h Distance from cruise pier: 40 min Means of transport: bus + boat Activity level: 2 (medium)

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Duration: 4 h Distance from cruise pier: Pick up by boat Means of transport: boat Activity level: 2 (medium)

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FJORDS, MOUNTAINS AND WATERFALLS The contrasts in Åkrafjorden are huge: bare mountain sides, luscious pastures, still-reflected fjords, and tumbling glacial waters.

A STOP AT a Norwegian rose-painted tourist Information centre selling rose painted souvenirs and other products. A visit to the beautiful garden is also possible.

RØLDAL STAVE CHURCH. The estimated age of the church is generally dated to between 12001250 AD. Røldal Church received large donations from many of the pilgrims who flocked to there over the years. As a result, the small village where the church is located, became quite prosperous.

NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTE. From the summit of the mountain and back to the ship the trip follows the National Tourist Route. The road that winds through the towering mountain landscape from Røldal Valley and across the mountains to Sauda is a spectacular part of this round trip – where you can experience Svandalsfossen Waterfall – a breathtaking sight.

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FULL DAY TOUR !

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- Duration: 8 h - Means of transport: bus - Activity level: 1 (easy)

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Tractor safari, fjord cruise, and hiking - we bring you on an amazing journey from coastland to fjordland with high mountains and roaring waterfalls.

ÅKRAFJORD AND LANGFOSS WATERFALL AT ØLEN VILLAGE WE VISIT the rose painting Workshop, and at Åkrafjordtunet we pause at a shop where you can taste locally produced sausage, take tea or coffee, and do some shopping.

landscape resembles a string of pearls with the 612-metre high cascading Langfoss Waterfall the most impressive of them all. It has been selected as one of the world´s most beautiful.

Next is some beautiful sightseeing by boat on the fjord where you will see huge bare mountain sides, luscious pastures, stillreflected fjords, and tumbling glacial waters. Viewed from the boat, the

At the end of the fjord we visit Eljervik Farm, which commands a stunning view of the waterfall. Here we enjoy the beautiful surroundings and also a traditional Norwegian lunch.

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VOTED

BY CNN as one of the ten most beautiful waterfalls in the world!

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LANGFOSS IS the fifth highest waterfall in Norway. In 2011, CNN named Langfoss as one of the world’s 10 most beautiful waterfalls.

The total vertical height is 612 meters.

The path up along Langfoss was originally the old mountain road from the Eljarvik farm to Langfoss Mountain Farm, located on the plateau above the waterfall. There is a lot of great stonework along the trail. Earlier generations of farmers struggled up and down with livestock and heavy loads of butter and cheese from the mountain farm.

THE MOUNTAIN REACHES 1100 METERS above sea level. The main attraction here is a piece of mountain strutting out from a cliff at 700 meters above the lake beneath. Imagine standing there, looking out on the lake below, surrounded by mountain tops …

It takes about 3 to 4 hours one way to reach Trolltunga from where the bus stops. Ascending nearly 1000 meters, you’ll pass waterfalls, beautiful green vegetation, as well as steep mountains that make the walk varied and exciting. The ultimate reward is of course the spectacular view at the top.

The first part of the walk is steep, going up through the pine forest.

Some places, and especially when you are above the timberline, provide wonderful view points. You look down at the Eljarvik Farm and beyond Åkrafjorden Fjord. To the north you see Mosnes and into the valley that forms the southern end of Folgefonna National Park.

The Folgefonna Glacier is towering in the background towards the summit at 1638 meters above sea level, which is the highest point in the municipality of Etne.

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- Duration: 12 h - Means of transport: bus. The walking trip will take you about 8 hours return, including a short stop at the top. Good footware required.

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Duration: 7 h Means of transport: bus Activity level: Active Walking time to peak: 1.5 h Elevation: 640 meters above sea level Length trail: 1750 m

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FOLGEFONNA GLACIER A HIKE TO THE EDGE of the glacier. On the way to the glacier you will experience some great Norwegian nature. A short stop will be made in Åkrafjorden where you can see Langfoss, Norway’s fifth largest waterfall.

From the town of Odda, getting to the glacier is easy. An 8-kilometers drive takes you up to Buer (250 meters over sea level), where you can already see the glacier from the parking lot. A marked trail leads right up to Buerbreen, a majestic glacier arm of Folgefonna.

HIKING TRIP TO THE PULPIT ROCK. Preikestolen, also known as the Pulpit Rock or Preacher’s Rock, is one of the most popular hiking trips in the region. Situated at the scenic Lysefjorden Fjord on the west coast of Norway, this is the perfect outing for nature lovers seeking adventure. Going on this hike, you’re in for a true wow-experience as you reach the Pulpit Rock.

The trail meanders up through the lush valley of Buerdalen, surrounded by steep mountains. Soon you will find the sounds of civilization replaced by the sound of the raging Buerelvi River, which carries large quantities of meltwater down to Sandvinvatnet lake.

An experience of a lifetime - blue ice trip on the Folgefonna Glacier!

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- Duration: full day tour - Means of transport: bus and boat.

The walking trip will take you about 4 - 5 hours return, including a short stop at the top.

Good shoes required.

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- Duration: 8 h - Means of transport: bus - Who can join: The blue ice trip suits everyone over seven years of age in normal health. The tours are adjusted to suit the needs and abilities of the participants.

- Season: Mid-May until mid-August

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HAUGESUND AND HARDANGERFJORD – ROUND TRIP OR OVERLAND TOUR

Take an adventurous trip between Haugesund and Hardanger – a golden route on land and at sea.

HAUGESUND – nestled between countless small islands and endless mighty fjords – such as Hardangerfjord, Åkrafjord and Lysefjord. Explore the history, culture and stunning scenery the area offers.

Welcome to exciting experiences in the region of Haugesund and Hardanger.

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DISTANCE BETWEEN

Haugesund and Ulvik/Eidfjord: By boat: 95 Nautical Miles By bus: 202 km (126 miles) CRUISE HARBOURS:

Haugesund / Rosendal / Jondal / Eidfjord / Ulvik

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FARM VISIT

BIRD WATCHING ON UTSIRA ISLAND OUT AT SEA, 18 km west of Haugesund, lies the small island of Utsira. Of the more than 300 different species of birds that have been registered on the island, a number of species are regarded as extremely rare. The bird watching season on Utsira lasts all year. The island is small (6.15 sq. km), and everything is within walking distance.

FRØNSDAL ACTIVITY FARM gives you the possibility to try bow and arrow, axe throwing, beach volleyball or horseshoe throwing. You can borrow a canoe or boat to row on the lake. Horse back riding and pony’s are among the children’s favorites. A meal can be served in the sami tent, with room for 50 people.

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Duration: 5 h Distance from cruise pier: 50 min Means of transport: bus Activity level: 1–3 (optional)

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SALMON SAFARI AT MO LAKSEGARD

CHRISTMAS MARKET IN HAUGESUND

Fitted out with a survival suit, snorkel and mask, you commence the salmon safari by floating freely along with the powerful current of the Suldalslågen River.

WE PROMISE a healthy dose of Christmas spirit for those who visit the Town Hall Square in December. At the market one can purchase homemade items such as beautiful glass, knitwear, Christmas cakes, cured meats, Christmas ornaments and other handicrafts.

Local bands and choirs also contribute to a good start for Christmas shopping.

THIS IS AN ADVENTURE in nature of a totally different kind: A salmon darts by. Another is standing still, striving against the current. A guide follows your progress from a nearby canoe.

Mo Laksegard also offer activities such as wilderness camps, Burma bridge, river expedition, fishing, abseiling, and a visit to Mo´s local brewery.

A visit to the “ginger bread town” at Gamle Slakthuset, is only a minute away from the Christmas market.

TOUR FACTS

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Duration: 8 h Distance from cruise pier: 1.5 h Means of transport: bus Activity level: 2

TOUR FACTS

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Duration: optional Distance from cruise pier: 15 min walk Means of transport: shuttlebus or by feet Activity level: 1 (easy)

CRUISE DESTINATION

HAUGESUND, NORWAY

FESTIVALS Haugesund and the surrounding region has many festivals throughout the year. Check out our festivals!

Year

VIKING FESTIVAL

SILDAJAZZ HAUGESUND INT. JAZZ FESTIVAL

HARBOUR DAYS

THE WORLD’S LONGEST HERRING TABLE

THE NORWEGIAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

SKUDEFESTIVAL

CHRISTMAS MARKET

IRONMAN

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3.-6. Dec, 10.-13. Dec

3.-5. Jul

2015

4.-7. Jun

5.-9. Aug

13.-16. Aug

22. Aug

15.-21. Aug

2.-5. Jul

2016

9.-12. Jun

10.-14. Aug

18.-21. Aug

20. Aug

18.-25. Aug

30. Jun-3.Jul

2017

8.-11. Jun

9.-13. Aug

17.-20. Aug

19. Aug

17.-24. Aug

29. Jun-2. Jul

2018

7.-10. Jun

8.-12. Aug

16.-19. Aug

18. Aug

16.-23. Aug

2019

6.-9. Jun

7.-11. Aug

15.-18. Aug

17. Aug

15.-22. Aug

2020

4.-7. Jun

12.-16. Aug

20.-23. Aug

22. Aug

20.-27. Aug

Destination Haugesund and Haugalandet is not responsible for any changes in the program as shown above.

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1.-3. Jul

CRUISE DESTINATION

HAUGESUND, NORWAY

AUGUST: THE WORLDS LONGEST HERRING TABLE

JUNE: VIKINGFESTIVAL

www.vikingfestivalen.no

www.havnedagene.no

AUGUST: SILDAJAZZ

www.havnedagene.no

AUGUST: THE NORWEGIAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL www.jule-marked.no/

JULY: SKUDEFESTIVAL www.vikingfestivalen.no

AUGUST: HARBOURDAYS

www.havnedagene.no

JULY: IRONMAN

DECEMBER: CHRISTMAS MARKET

www.jule-marked.no/

www.havnedagene.no

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CRUISE DESTINATION

HAUGESUND, NORWAY

N59°24,56’ E005°15,60’

PORT OF HAUGESUND

HAUGESUND - CITY CENTRE

INNER HARBOUR Quay length total: 250 m Max. length for berthing: 130 m Draft 6.5 m

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CRUISE DESTINATION

HAUGESUND, NORWAY

KARMØY - THE ISLAND

GARPESKJÆR HARBOUR, WEST: Quay length total: 419 m Draft: 9,5 m

PHOTO: TOR INGE VORMEDAL

GARPESKJÆR HARBOUR, EAST: Quay length total: 261 m Max. length for berthing: 180 m Draft: 7.1 m

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CRUISE DESTINATION

HAUGESUND, NORWAY

PORT OF HAUGESUND N59°24,56’ E005°15,60’ Distance to nearest pilot station nautical miles/ Hours: 5 nm /0.75 Visiting address: Killingøy, Haugesund E-mail: post@karmsund-havn.no www.karmsund-havn.no CONTACT PERSONS: Vigleik Dueland, Director Cruise Development Phone: +47 92 08 46 89 E-mail: vigleik@visithaugesund.no Leiv Sverre Leknes, Harbour Master Phone: +47 90 93 50 59 E-mail: lsl@karmsund-havn.no TOURIST INFORMATION Visiting address: At the port / Main office; Strandgata 171 Distance from port: At the port / Main office; 1 km Mailing address: Tourist Information Office, Strandgaten 171, NO-5525 Haugesund, Norway Phone / Fax: +47 52 01 08 30 E-mail: post@visithaugsund.no www.visithaugesund.no GENERAL INFORMATION Guide Service: YES, Guidecompaniet Terminal/Restrooms in pier area: YES Parking place for buses: 50 m Taxi: YES Rental cars: YES, on pier (Hertz) Public transportation: 900 m Shopping: 800 m Local Currency: NOK ATM: 800 m (Haugesund Sparebank) Currency Exchange: 800 m (Haugesund Sparebank) Tax refund: At Tourist Information Office Public telephones in pier area: NO Internet access in pier area: YES Mailboxes in pier area: 400 m Distance to airport: 14 km, Haugesund Airport Karmoy Distance to city center: 800 m Nearest Hospital: Helse Fonna, Phone: 05253, 1 km

Max number of passenger per day in port: 4500 Max number of ships per day in port: Garpaskjær: 1 (2) main cruise pier + smaller ships at inner harbor Ships stay min/max: No limitation Environmental limitations /restrictions Port facilities according to Cruise Norway`s guidelines: YES Maximum ship length: 350 (bigger ships on request) Maximum ship draft and Depth in sea: 10 Maximum ship air draft if bridge: No air draft ANCHORAGE Type of bottom: Sand / mud Minimum depth: 25 m Distance from anchorage to tender pier: 3 nm

HAUGESUND QUAY: Garpaskjær west side

QUAY: Garpaskjær east side

QUAY: Inner harbor

LENGTH: 419 m

LENGTH: 261 m

LENGTH: 250 m

DRAFT: 9.5 m

DRAFT: 7.1 m

DRAFT: 6.5 m

AIR DRAFT: No limits

AIR DRAFT: No limits

AIR DRAFT: No limits

BEAM: 50 m

BEAM: -

BEAM: -

HEIGHT QUAYSIDE: 1.5 m

HEIGHT QUAYSIDE: 1.5 m

HEIGHT QUAYSIDE: 1.8 m

CHEAPER PILOTAGE FEE TO PORT OF HAUGESUND According to the pilot master of Rogaland county, cruise ships from abroad sailing to Haugesund may now take pilots on board at Røvær pilot boarding field, just east of Haugesund. In comparison to previous regulations, the distance with pilot will be considerably shorter. This means cheaper pilotage!

Bergen

Jondal

Odda Rosendal

PORT SERVICES / FACILITIES & INFORMATION Bunkers delivery /method: YES Supplies: Boat, truck Waste handling: YES Waste water method: YES Tugboats: YES Anchorage: YES Pontoons: YES Pilot: Channel 13 Emergency: Channel 16 / Vessel traffic service Kvitsøy channel 18 / 19 Medical emergency: Phone: 113 Charts: 17 / 469 Tidal movement: 0.5 m +/ISPS approved: YES Designated quays for cruise ships: YES Ship tenders allowed: YES

PILOT BOARDING AREA RØVÆR N 5927,5 - E 00507

Haugesund

DISTANCE FROM PILOT BOARDING TO PORT OF HAUGESUND:

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CRUISE DESTINATION

HAUGESUND, NORWAY

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Appex made this! Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen, Scott Sporleder, Magnus Fjell, Espen Mills, KIB Media, Tor Andre Johannesen, Vest Foto, Arne Kristian Ytreland, Haugesunds Avis, Geir Øyvind Gismarvik, Hybris Film, Dag Brynjulsen, Petter Kvalsvik, Atle Grimsby, Haakon Nordvik, Tor Inge Vormedal, Kjell Jacobsen, Reisemål Ryfylke, Gunnar Toft

SWEDEN

NORWAY BERGEN

CONTACT:

HARDANGER

HAUGESUND

OSLO

STAVANGER

DENMARK

IRELAND U.K.

POLAND

NETHERLANDS BELGIUM

GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC

DESTINATION HAUGESUND & HAUGALANDET

VIGLEIK DUELAND

FRANCE

DIRECTOR OF TOURISM AND CRUISE DEVELOPMENT

ITALIY

M: +47 920 84 689 / VIGLEIK@VISITHAUGESUND.NO

SPAIN PORTUGAL

/ VISITHAUGESUND.NO

VISITHAUGESUND.NO

SWITZERLAND

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