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Historic places

  • Ankerhus and Koldal Mines

    The remains of Ankerhus mines just outside Egersund provide an exciting insight into our early mining history.
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  • Blåfjelldalen

    Blåfjelldalen offers a pleasant walk along the old railway route where you pass by the Ruggesteinen, abandoned mines, Brambo, and Guddalsvannet (Guddals Lake).
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  • Village fortification, Borgaråsen

    In this old defense there are remains of stone walls that are dated to around the year 0. The fort at Borgaråsen was probably in use up to and including the Viking Age
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  • Dalane Folkemuseum, Egersund

    Seasonally open folk museum. Magistrate Feyer's old country house with main building, farm manager's residence and carriage shed from the 1850s at Slettebø just outside Egersund.
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  • The wooden house town Egersund

    The town of Egersund has one of the best-preserved wooden house districts in Norway. A large part of the urban area is now designated as a heritage conservation area.
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  • Egersund Church

    In the centre of town, facing the sea, stands the beautiful Egersund church. People have travelled here by boat, horse, on foot or in other ways to celebrate church services and the...
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  • Eigerøy lighthouse keeper's residence

    A trip to Eigerøy lighthouse and accommodation in a lighthouse keeper's accommodation is perfect for those who want to enjoy nature in peace and quiet.
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  • Flekkefjordbanen

    Welcome to rail biking on the old Flekkefjord Line. A unique experience for the whole family, group of friends, or team-building with colleagues.
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  • Folvik Kafè - Sogndalstrand

    Restaurant Folvik Kafé serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sogndalstrand is a sustainable hotel with a focus on good service, exquisite food and cultural history.
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  • Walking tour in Egersund

    Get to know Egersund's history, localities and interesting facts about the town. Did you know why there are so many colorful houses in Okka town? Or that we have exciting links to e.g.…
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  • Guided tour in Egersund Church

    We welcome you to an exciting and interesting walk in this oldest and beautiful signal building in the heart of Egersund!
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  • Gursli & Lilandsgruvene

    Tour to the old Molybdenum mines at Gursli with information signs along the path.
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  • Hågåsen, Hidra

    Culture, nature and history at unique Hågåsen, Hidra. Learn about the history of Hågåsen through nine signs located around the mountain.
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  • Helleren in Jøssingfjord

    The 60-metre-long Helleren in Jøssingfjorden has a history stretching back to the early Stone Age and is one of the largest of its type in Norway.
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  • Hellerstunet

    Hellerstunet is located in the middle of Dalane in the magnificent nature of the Unesco area, Magma Geopark. Hellerstunet has a rich and exciting history that goes back 10,000 years to the Old Stone Age.
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  • Jøssingfjord

    Jøssingfjord lies in a majestic landscape of mountains and fjords, encompassing nature, history and industry.
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  • Krambua Flekkefjord

    The old, newly renovated Krambua from 1828 is part of Flekkefjord Museum and houses a cosy little café.
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  • Cultural history walk in Kirkehamn, Hidra

    Experience a unique journey through the ages in beautiful Kirkehamn, where past and present meet.
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  • Cultural heritage in Sokndal

    From petroglyphs to churches and trading centres, take a journey through time and culture in this unique landscape.
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  • Cultural trail in Egersund

    Welcome to a walk through Egersund's historic districts! The culture trail is suitable for anyone who wants a pleasant stroll while getting to know the center of Egersund a little better
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  • Li farm

    At Li farm you can experience southern coastal culture and stay in the farmhouse on an old farm.
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  • Little Presteskjær guy

    At the far end of a reef, you can spend the night in Lille Presteskjær lighthouse. With the smell of salty sea, seaweed and kelp. Waves lapping, seagulls screeching and an endless blue horizon.
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  • Lund district museum & cultural heritage center

    Lund municipality has a rich and exciting cultural and industrial history, from old homesteads via furniture factories to disused mines in scenic surroundings.
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  • M/K Ørsdølen

    M/K Ørsdølen is in tourist traffic on the 17 km long Ørsdalsvannet in Bjerkreim.
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  • Maurholen Station, Eigersund

    Along the old Jærbanen hiking trail, you will find Maurholen Station. Today, the venue is rented out for accommodation or private events.
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  • Mysinghålå

    Year-round tourist destination and war memorial. Mysinghålå was a refuge for resistance fighters during the Second World War, used by the resistance group Vestige IV and others fleeing the occupying power, where sabotage and…
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  • Nesvåg Sea and Motor Museum

    Right by the sea in idyllic Nesvåg there is a large collection of old boat engines, fishing equipment and boats in a maritime environment.
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  • Odds Mountain

    Visit Oddsfjell with a Viking grave that fascinates people and historians. And a fantastic view of the North Sea.
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  • Hollenderbyen and Flekkefjord

    Experience Hollenderbyen and the center of Flekkefjord with small and slightly larger wooden houses close together in narrow cobblestone streets. See the fascinating history from the 16th to the 18th century with large posters of interesting…
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  • Sogndalstrand

    The only community in Norway where both the wooden buildings from the 1700s and 1800s, as well as the surrounding cultural landscape is listed by the Norwegian directorate for cultural heritage.
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  • Storrsheia

    In the area surrounding the Vikeså and Store Svela farms, there are six abandoned farms from the Iron Age and the Middle Ages.
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  • Terland Klopp

    This 60-metre long stone bridge is the Nordic region's largest and best preserved of its kind. With its 21 light openings with stone slabs above, it is an impressive sight.
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  • Tronåsen

    The road over Tronåsen, on the border between Rogaland and Vest-Agder, was completed in 1844 and was the most difficult stretch on the Vestland Highway.
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  • Tunnellstuo, Sokndal

    Experience spectacular accommodation in Tunnelstuo, a decommissioned tunnel from 1921. Here, you can sleep in hammocks under two large openings in a 250-meter-long tunnel.
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  • Urstad mines

    Mining on Hidra started in the 1850s and the last mine closed down around 1930. The most accessible mine is located at Urstad and is the only mine on the island that...
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  • Explore Hidra by electric bike

    Rent an electric bike, get closer to nature and explore the charming harbours in Kirkehamn and Rasvåg.
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  • Race wave

    Harbour safari in Rasvåg, Hidra

    Go on a journey of discovery in Rasvåg on Hidra, among charming, white-painted houses, narrow lanes and narrow streets.
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  • Vågan Viking Camping

    Vågan Viking Camping is a quiet and peaceful place, with fishing and swimming opportunities - and accommodation for caravans, motorhomes and tents.
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  • Vibberodden lighthouse, Egersund

    Vibberodden lighthouse is located on an islet and is the approach lighthouse to Egersund in Søra Sundet - just 15 minutes by boat from the city centre. The lighthouse can be rented for activities or accommodation.
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  • Wild sheep safari at Hidra

    Come out in a boat and enjoy the sea air before going ashore in Hidra's green meadows and getting to know the many wild sheep that live on the island and...
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Some experiences must be booked in advance. Here is a list of the most experiences in the Magma Geopark, which can be pre-booked.

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