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Day 1 - Three historic treehouse towns
Egersund is one of Norway's best-preserved wooden villages, with colourful houses, narrow pedestrian streets, niche shops and layers upon layers of history. You'll find all this just an hour from Stavanger, along the Norwegian Scenic Route.
The colourful wooden village in the lunar landscape
A leisurely start to the day with local flavours, warm hospitality and cultural history
Grand Hotell Egersund is Rogaland's oldest hotel, in operation since 1878. With 100 unique rooms, a restaurant, a wine and cocktail bar, a wine cellar and a high-quality kitchen, you get a modern hotel experience in a historic setting.
The rooms vary according to the construction period, and many regular guests have a favourite room that they ask for again on every visit.
Petroglyphs from the Bronze Age and traces of World War II
Start the day with a short but eventful hike up to Varberg, a hill rich in cultural history and part of the Magma Geopark. The trail leads through quiet forest terrain, past Bronze Age petroglyphs, including two ship figures, and on to expansive views of the harbour, coast and town. Along the way, you'll encounter grazing goats and traces of war history, adding layers of narrative to the walk.
No booking required.
Local craftsmanship, regional history and classic Norwegian design
Visit Egersund's historical museum, which houses an extensive collection of earthenware from the famous Egersund Fayance factory. The museum displays regional stories, everyday artefacts and changing exhibitions that highlight the area's cultural development. A natural stop for anyone interested in Norwegian design and local history.
Intimate atmosphere, homemade food and treehouse environment
In the centre of Egersund's listed wooden buildings is Hauen Kro, known for its homemade dishes served in warm and intimate surroundings. The restaurant is located in what used to be both a barn and a pigsty, and today it has become a local favourite with a focus on good ingredients and outdoor seating in narrow alleys in the summer. A natural stop for lunch in the city's most atmospheric neighbourhood.
Charming streets, preserved architecture and centuries of city life
Explore Egersund's well-preserved wooden houses, with buildings dating back to the 1800s. Walk through Strandgaten, formerly the town's main street, rebuilt after the great fire of 1843. Discover Hauen, the city's «medieval quarter», with streets that have evolved over time and provide insight into how people lived, worked and built their community. A guided tour provides extra insight into the city's distinctive history and vibrant present.
Seasonal ingredients, local roots and a dignified end to the day
End your cultural journey with a memorable dinner at Eigra, the restaurant located in Grand Hotell Egersund. Here, seasonal menus inspired by local produce are served in warm surroundings with a good selection of wine. An ideal way to calm down and summarise the day's experiences.
08:30 - Breakfast at Grand Hotell Egersund
10:00 - Tour to Varberg with views and rock carvings from the Bronze Age
12:00 - Visit the Fayance Museum (Dalane Folkemuseum)
14:00 - Lunch at Hauen Kro in the tree house village
16:00 - Historical city walk, guided or on your own
19:00 - Dinner at Eigra, Grand Hotell Egersund
Distances
Egersund to Sogndalstrand is approximately 30 km (45 minutes).
Sogndalstrand to Flekkefjord is approximately 40 kilometres (60 minutes).
We recommend travelling by car or motorcycle. For larger groups it is also possible to hire a bus.
The tour is best suited to spring, summer and autumn. Roads can be slippery in winter.
The historic Tall Ship City
The colourful treehouse city
Hollenderbyen – The Dutch Town
