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Holiday tips: Car holidays in Egersund - along the National Tourist Route

Getting to know Egersund is a fantastic experience from both the passenger and driver's seat. Perhaps you want to take a trip up to the world-famous Trollpikken, a short drive out to the idyllic Eigerøy lighthouse or do you want to experience the entire Dalane region?

– unique road trips in Egersund and the surrounding area

The locals in Egersund are proud of their town and not without reason. Getting to know Egersund and the surrounding area is a fantastic experience from both the passenger and driver's seat. Perhaps you want to head up to the world-famous Trollpikken, take a short drive out to the idyllic Eigerøy lighthouse or want to experience the entire Dalane region? The possibilities are endless, whether you're looking for a calm and relaxing holiday, or you like speed and excitement.

Drive along the National Tourist Route

The stretch from Jæren towards Egersund, Sokndal and all the way to Flekkefjord has now become part of National Tourist Routes. This route offers a unique cultural landscape and idyllic coastal towns along the North Sea. The route is 130 kilometres long and is definitely a drive to recommend! There's a lot to experience and take photos of on this trip, so allow plenty of time for a few stops along the way.

Norway's most complete motorsport centre is also located close to Egersund: Motorcenter Norway. Book an overnight stay at Grand Hotell, take a trip to our neighbouring municipality and experience the fantastic nature on the way from Egersund to Motorcenter Norway. The drive along the coast takes just 35 minutes!

Photo: Grand Hotel Egersund/ Driven

Shopping, food and drink

Egersund is full of exciting shops that you simply must visit. Are you in a shopping mood? Check out the rich selection of clothing stores the city has to offer. More interested in food? You'll find several niche shops that sell quality products with pride.

Egersund Servering offers restaurants for all tastes: Knife & Fork, The library and The cuddle. And on the pier in the centre of town, you'll find the Ice Bar and free mini-golf throughout the summer. The office is a nightlife venue with a pub, karaoke and courtyard - and is located just a few metres from Grand Hotel.

Egersund town centre also offers three different galleries for artistic inspiration! And a cosy pedestrian street full of shops where you can find everything you need. Go to the overview of shops.

Photo: Grand Hotell Egersund

Plan your holiday in Egersund by checking out these pages:

See more of what you can do in Magma Geopark
Places to stay in Egersund
The city's venerable hotel - Grand hotell
Create your own dish at Eigra Kitchen & Bar
Learn more about the history of Egersund - visit the museum
Book a table at one of the exciting restaurants of Egersund servering

Do you have any questions?

Get in touch with tourist office which is located in Jernbaneveien 18.

Practical information