Midgardsormen bridge across Frøylandsvatnet lake Photo: Reidar Hebnes Jærstrendene beaches
Photo: Helge Stikbakke / Statens vegvesenl
TOURIST INFORMATION City Hall, Solavn. 1, P.O.Box 25, N-4358 Kleppe. If you are visiting Klepp and would like information about attractions, activities and places to visit etc., you can go the library or the information desk at the town hall (ground floor). Tel. +47 51 42 98 00 / +47 51 42 98 70 Open Mon - Thurs 07.30 - 18.00, Fri. 07.30 - 15.00 postmottak@klepp.kommune.no www.klepp.kommune.no
ORRE OUTDOOR CENTRE
KLEPP
Experience the undulating landscape of Jæren with its lush agricultural land and beautiful sandy beaches.
EXPERIENCES
of the 13th century.
ALONG THE NORTH SEA ROUTE – NORWEGIAN SCENIC ROUTE, JÆREN Go for a walk on the sandy beaches and experience the exciting and changing scenery – whatever the weather. The Norwegian Scenic Route follows the FV 507 road through Klepp. Tourist route attractions at the beaches Orrestranda and Borestranda.
AT FRØYLANDSVATNET LAKE situated in the area between the municipalities of Klepp and Time. A 6-km walking trail has been developed between Orstad and Sandtangen, but it is also possible to walk or cycle around the whole lake. The Midgardsormen bridge is also a feature with its unique design, and winds its way 230 metres across Frøylandsvatnet lake. The bridge goes from Lalandsholmen on the Klepp side to Njåskogen. The lake’s rich birdlife has been taken into consideration in the location and building of the bridge.
ORRE RECREATION CENTRE is located at Orrestranda beach. The building has a unique design, and houses an information centre for outdoor recreation and nature conservation, and a kiosk. Orrestranda, Norway’s longest sandy beach, is situated nearby. Orrestranda became a certified Blue Flag beach in 2017, which is a guarantee of the quality of the water. Here you may be tempted to have a swim although the temperature of the sea can be low. Further north along the North Sea Route (FV 507), you come to Borestranda, a lovely sandy beach which is popular all year round. There is a car park, toilets and a kiosk at the beach, and it is ideal for water sports. Work on a Scenic Route facility will start in 2018. Tourist Route facility with public toilets and information. SURFING IN JÆREN The coast of Jæren is a very popular spot for surfing, kiting etc. The most popular surfing spots are the areas north of Reve harbour and Borestranda in particular. It is also possible to hire equipment and take part in a course at Borestranda. OLD ORRE CHURCH is situated by the Orre river and the Fv507 road. The church is the oldest building in Klepp and was built in the middle
The trail from Orstad to Sandtangen is illuminated. The vegetation around the lake is lush, and there are opportunities for fishing. According to legend, Olav Tryggvason (born 963) is said to have been born on Lalandsholmen, an islet in Frøylandsvatnet lake. Olav Tryggvason was the Viking King of Norway from 995 to 1000. TINGHAUG - KROSSHAUG - DYSJANE is one of Norway’s most important areas of historical monuments and it is an old assembly site. It is also the highest point on Klepp, at 102 metres, with lovely views across Jæren. Access via the old postal road.
KLEPPELUNDEN is a lush and sheltered park/ nature area. There is an illuminated trail here, which takes you past Håland with a viewpoint at Hålandsfjellet. Connection to Kleppevarden, the municipality’s millennium site. There are magnificent views across Jæren from both Hålandsfjellet and Kleppevarden.
SHOPPING AND RESTAURANTS The best shopping options are to be found in Kleppe. Busy centre with specialist shops and restaurants. The shopping centre Jærhagen has all the shops you need.
FISHING Figgjoelva river: Salmon and sea trout. Season: 15.6 - 20.9. Several private landowners. Fishing permit required. Frøylandsvatnet: Free fishing at several spots. See signs for more information. Sea fishing: fishing from land except at the mouth of the Figgjo- and Orreelva river.
KLEPPE
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There is a monument to the well-known poet from Klepp, Åse-Marie Nesse (1934-2001), in Kleppe. The monument is in granite and was created by artist Marit Lyckander. It has a lovely location looking west from Klepp Church. The monument is called ‘En plass for poesi’ (a place for poetry).
Concert every full moon night in 2020 at 20.00. Most concerts will be held at Orre outdoor centre (Friluftshuset). 4 - 6 September, Klepp24 festival. See local press or www.klepp.kommune.no for details.
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