Egersund

On Wild Country Roads, stop 3

The Colourful Wooden Town – Egersund

Step into Egersund, one of Norway’s best-preserved wooden towns. Wander through narrow streets lined with colourful houses in soft, earthy tones – each corner telling stories from centuries past. Fires and rebuildings have left a fascinating mix of styles, from the medieval charm of Hauen to the elegant late-Empire façades of Strandgaten. Look closer and you’ll find living history: join a local guide to uncover secrets hidden in the walls, or explore at your own pace along the cultural trail.

Summary

Stay overnight at Grand Hotel Egersund, a historic hotel with 101 rooms, and enjoy dinner before an evening stroll along the harbour – one of Norway’s busiest fishing ports.
Hike to the famous Troll Dick viewpoint – the trail starts less than 10 minutes’ drive from town.

Norwegian Scenic Routes Jæren. A beautiful drive along one of Norway’s official scenic roads, with dramatic coastlines, open sea views, and striking geological formations
Step inside the Faience Museum and discover how Egersund pottery once travelled across Europe.
Taste today’s Egersund at the local brewery and distillery
– book a session and sample beer, whiskey, and gin crafted by passionate storytellers.
Stay overnight at Grand Hotel Egersund, a historic hotel with 101 rooms, and enjoy dinner before an evening stroll along the harbour – one of Norway’s busiest fishing ports.
Hike to the famous Troll Dick viewpoint – the trail starts less than 10 minutes’ drive from town.

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Top experiences of stop 3 – Egersund

The Colourful Wooden Town

Grand Hotell Egersund

Grand Hotell is Rogaland’s oldest hotel, operating back to 1878. With 101 unique hotel rooms, a restaurant, wine and cocktail bar, wine cellar and a first-class kitchen, you get a modern hotel experience in historic surroundings.

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Trollpikken

Trollpikken is a special stone formation that became world famous when it was cut down one night in June 2017, and then re-erected shortly after. This trip is a family-friendly trip of 1.9 km. Be prepared for both mud and slippery rocks.

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Varberg

The trip you just have to take when you’re in Egersund. A short hike to Varberg offering wide views, combined with ancient rock carvings along the way.

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Cultural trail with historical signs in Egersund

In 1920, former national antiquarian Harry Fett called Strandgaten in Egersund «Empire-street». But not all districts have had such glamorous names. You can read about this and much more on the signs placed along the route.

The Old Jæren Railway

A unique trip on foot or by bike, with good fishing spots by the sea, idyllic swimming and fishing lakes, cliffs and mountains with great views of the coast and much more.

Eigerøy Lighthouse

Eigerøy Lighthouse was built in 1853–54 and is one of Europe’s strongest and Norway’s first cast iron lighthouse. The lighthouse keeper’s residence can be rented for day events or overnight stays.

Maurholen

Along the old Jærbanen hiking trail, you will find Maurholen Station. Today, the venue is rented out for accommodation or private events. Perfect for summer and garden parties with family activities and barbecues.

Guided walking tour in Egersund

Join us on an exciting tour through Egersund! Discover why the town has so many colourful houses, boat garages and links to Elvis Presley.

Hauen Kro – Authentic Norwegian food

Located in the heart of Egersund’s protected wooden district, Hauen Kro offers homemade dishes in a warm and intimate setting. Once an old barn and pigsty, the restaurant has become a local favorite.