THE WHITE HAVEN BY THE SEA

HOMELAND ´S OF THE VIKING BIRTHPLACE KINGS

SHORE EXCURSIONS PORT OF NORWAY

WATERFALL AND FJORDS HIKING

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NORDVEGEN HISTORY CENTRE tells the story about how became The First Royal Throne of Norway. HOMELAND OF THE VIKING KINGS, FROM The Viking Farm. NORWAY´S BIRTHPLACE

In Norway, and at the heart of Fjord Norway, you will find the Haugesund region. This is the Homeland of the Viking Kings – Norway’s birthplace. Here you can discover the island of Karmøy, where Avaldsnes is situated – Norway’s oldest throne.

PRIOR TO the , Avaldsnes was a seat of Avaldsnes is therefore a key point in understanding power. This is where the Vikings ruled the route the fundamental importance of voyage by sea in that gave its name to Norway – the way north. terms of Norway’s earliest history. The foundation Around 870 AD, King Harald the Fairhaired made stone of modern Norway was laid in 1814, but the Avaldsnes his main royal estate, which was country’s historical foundation is located at Avaldsnes. to become Norway’s oldest throne. Today, one can visit St. Olav’s church at Avaldsnes, From the time the first seafaring vessels were built as well as Nordvegen History Center, and the in the late Stone Age and up to the Middle Ages, Viking Farm. These are all places of importance the seat of power of the reigning princes and kings for the Vikings and the history of Norway. has been located at Avaldsnes. Such power-continuity does not exist anywhere else in Scandinavia.

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HAUGESUND In the heart of Norway´s south-western cruise region.

Experience the best of what Norway has to Offer: fjords, waterfalls, coastal and city culture, the unique Viking history, a glacier, mountains, and idyllic islands are among what you will find.

The region offers a wealth of natural wonders just waiting for you to explore!

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HAUGESUND CITY CENTRE JAZZ FESTIVAL

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SHORE EXCURSIONS INHALE THE VIKING SPIRIT

Viking boat, as shown in the image, is not available for excursions WELCOME TO EXCITING ADVENTURES ON HISTORIC GROUND!

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1 HIGHLIGHTS IN HAUGESUND ON MAP: NO. Experience the heart of Haugesund and get a good introduction to this small but vibrant city.

AMONG THE THINGS YOU WILL SEE ARE: TOUR FACTS - The City Hall, which is considered - Haraldshaugen - the place in Snorre’s - Duration: 2 h Norway’s most beautiful city hall where the Harald Fairhaired is buried. - Roundtrip: 24 km/15 miles - The upmarket area at Salhus Road where all - Steinsfjellet Mountain view point - admire the view - Means of transport: bus the wealthy ship owners lived in the 1800’s of the mighty from this vantage point. - Activity level: 1 (easy)

TOUR FACTS - Duration: 1 h - Means of transport: boat - Activity level: 1 (easy)

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HAUGESUND THE BOATS GO THROUGH Smedasundet and between the islands of Risøy, Hasseløy and Vibrandsøy. On Hasseløy the boats make a short stop for a taste of BY BOAT herring delicacies at the herring factory. You can go Experience Haugesund from charming wooden boats. ashore at Vibrandsøy and experience the cultural landscape where refreshments can be ordered.

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AVALDSNES Travel back in time to experience Avaldsnes, the first ice-free location in Norway. The site is also home to the first king of Norway – Harald the Fairhaired.

AT THE NORDVEGEN HISTORY CENTER we Norwegian Kingdom completed by King will be introduced to the history of Norway Håkon Håkonsson. We make a visit inside to using modern technology, where the senses hear more about this important Church. are stimulated to enhance the overall experi- ence. With audio, lighting, images, and film An upright stone is located behind the – Harald the Fairhaired himself will guide us Church. This is known as the Virgin Mary’s on a journey through 3,500 years. sewing needle and is the only one remaining of several monumental stones which once Outside the history centre lies St. Olav’s stood around the church. The stone leans in TOUR FACTS Church, built by King Håkon Håkonsson towards the church wall and a tells that - Duration: 2-3 h around 1250 AD. Norway’s power was then at Judgment Day will arrive when the stone - Distance from cruise pier: 15 min its greatest and the church can therefore be comes into contact with the church wall. - Means of transport: bus or boat. seen as a symbol of the unification of the Can be combined with bus and boat. - Activity level: 1 (easy) 2 (medium)

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CRUISE SANDY PIER DUNES By the North Sea

VIKING RAID TO AVALDSNES FROM LIVE YOUR LIFE as a Viking for a few hours. Try out activities such as spear throwing and bow and arrow, HIKE THE HILLS of Haugesund with a panoramic view of the or you can take it easy and relax at the seaside. KARMØY TO North Sea, the islands, the city, and the municipalities of the Experience Vikings close up. NEW YORK region. Enjoy a walk through a tiny forest and an open landscape before THIS IS A GREAT HIKE TOUR FACTS along the nature and heritage trail that runs from you end up at Kringsjå – a mountain farm with wild sheep. The - Duration: 3,5 h the village of Åkra to the village of Ferkingstad. Cultural and historical DID YOU KNOW that the copper used in the Statue of Liberty in view from the cabin, and the mountain farm, is beautiful. Coffee - Distance from cruise pier: Departure monuments lie in abundance between Åkra and the boathouse ruins at New York came from Karmøy? At the Mining Museum of Visnes and waffles are served in front of the fireplace in the cabin, or from cruise pier Hop. The hike starts at the north end of the beach at Åkra. From here you you can learn about the history of the mining community, which outdoors with a wonderful view of the surrounding landscape - Means of transport: boat or bus. Can can enjoy the view of the white beaches stretching along the shore. The consisted of about 3000 inhabitants in the 1800s. Take a stroll in of Haugesund. be combined with bus and boat. hike follows a natural path, and along the way you can see and sense a Director Charles de Franse’s elegant garden and view the - Activity level: 1/2 rich fauna and birdlife. At the south end of the beach the tour continues remains of the old melting works out by the sea. This is an over to a historical area dating back to the Viking Age. Here, you will see adventure for the children too - the mining playground is very TOUR FACTS stone monuments symbolizing the two daughters of King , one of popular. The Visnes Natural History Collection contains birds - Duration: 2,5-3 h our Viking kings. The tour continues to Ferkingstad Beach, where you can and animal species native to Karmøy. You can also study the - Distance from cruise pier: 15 min have a break and a snack. Afterwards, you can walk to the charming boat fauna and flora of the area. - Means of transport: bus harbour, built in the 1960’s. The tour finishes at the Fisherman’s Memorial, - Activity level: 2 (medium) a monument symbolizing local fishermen who lost their lives at sea. TOUR FACTS - Duration: 2 h TOUR FACTS - Distance from cruise pier: 15 min - Duration: 4 h - Means of transport: bus - Distance from cruise pier: 40 min - Activity level: 1 (easy) - Means of transport: bus - Activity level: 2 (medium)

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SKUDENESHAVN - THE WHITE HAVEN BY THE SEA

Old is one of the most well-kept old wooden house towns of Europe and a quiet harbour for tall ships and small boats alike. With its narrow streets, the idyllic harbour and the old white wooden houses may charm you to stay for longer than you have planned to.

OLD SKUDENESHAVN - 130 white wooden At a local restaurant we enjoy home made fish TOUR FACTS houses originating from the 1800’s, when the soup, after the meal there will be free time to - Duration: Half day tour herring-fishing industry was at its peak. In walk around in the town, before returning - Distance from cruise pier: 50 min Skudeneshavn we take a stroll through the back to Haugesund by bus. - Means of transport: bus streets and our guide will share stories - Activity level: 1 (easy) about the locals that once lived here.

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ISLAND SAFARI BY RIB BOAT RYVARDEN LIGHT- THE PEOPLE who hail from Norway’s birthplace 9 have always lived from the sea; from the time of the Vikings up to our modern age of petroleum. Join in a HOUSE thrilling maritime experience in Haugesund. The tour provides you with an exciting close-at-hand AT RYVARDEN LIGHTHOUSE, the forces of nature will experience of the sea. Feel the ocean spray while the touch both body and soul. The headland seems to reach boat brings you from the city islands to where the out and lift you towards where the huge sky meets the fjord opens out to the sea. This is a tour for the ONE OF NORWAY’S LARGEST WORLD WAR II MUSEUMS, Arquebus mighty sea. Whether the storms rage and you lean adventurous! Museum. Covering more than 2000 m2, the museum takes the visitor into the wind, or the sea is calm, the scenery will give WELCOME ON BOARD! through the dramatic history of the occupation on April 9th up to the you a breathtaking feeling. With the Cruise Port as starting point, we are happy to take our TOUR FACTS liberation in 1945. One of the most distinctive aspects of the museum is After the lighthouse became automatic in 1984, the guests on a journey to the fjords in the Haugesund region – or - Duration: 1 h the 100 mannequins wearing different civil and military clothes from the buildings have been used as a cultural centre. Here to the islands in the west coast of Haugesund. - Distance from cruise pier: Pick up at the pier Second World War. There are several scenes from the war depicted by one can find a gallery, café, and museum. On the way from Haugesund the boat will sail in the strait - Means of transport: High-speed RIB boat using vehicles, equipment, and even a reconstructed street! Karmsundet. For the Vikings, this was the North Way – the way On the return trip we will visit Steinsfjellet Mountain, a nearby summit to the north – this is the strait that gave the name to the country - Activity level: 2 TOUR FACTS that commands a panoramic view of Haugesund and the North Sea. - Duration: 4 h – Norway. This view point is 227 metres above sea level. - Distance from cruise pier: 25 min It is possible to order dining - or a kiosk on board can sell - Means of transport: bus + walking beverages, snacks and small dishes. (30 min one way) Welcome to a great experience! TOUR FACTS - Activity level: 2 (gravel road, - Duration: 2-3 h marked path) - Distance from cruise pier: 15 min Passenger capacity: 84 - Means of transport: bus - Activity level: 1 (easy) - Photo stop at Steinsfjellet viewpoint

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KRINGSJÅ MOUNTAIN FARM

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CLOSE TO HAUGESUND City Centre is an area featuring HAUGESUND’S untouched nature. The landscape was formed during the Ice Age thousands of years ago. Here you can find more HISTORY AND than a hundred wild sheep. Several paths lead to Kringsjå Mountain Farm, and the area is open to visitors all year. EXCLUSIVE The Kringsjå cottage is situated only a 15-minute walk away from the best viewpoint in Haugesund – Steinsfjellet Mountain. In bad weather it can be a good idea to get into LOCAL FOOD to the warm cottage, preferably with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate in front of the fireplace. Goats and wild sheep HOME AND have permanent pasture here. There is also a playground JOIN US FOR AN EXITING EXPERIENCE taking in and an outdoor fireplace. Haugesund’s history and enjoy exclusive local cuisine. The trip includes great nature, fabulous stories and a fantastic GARDEN VISIT look at the city from the sea. With RIB boats you get many experiences in a short period of time and lunch is served at TOUR FACTS Høyevarde, a restored lighthouse from the 18th century. We visit the beautiful home and garden of our hosts, Anne and Leif - Duration: 3 h A RIB boat with a storyteller and guide will take you from the - Distance from cruise pier: 15 min cruise pier through Smedasundet Sound and Karmsundet Bjarte. They live in a charming wooden house from 1884. In their own - Means of transport: bus + 25 minutes of walking, Sound and conclude at Høyevarde for a drink in the words; “the house and the garden live together in quiet harmony, and good shoes required lighthouse followed by a 3-course lunch. - Activity level: 2 the simplicity is the beauty of the place”. - Dining can be included

AN OLD STONE PATH leads you into the old the garden there is also a greenhouse where TOUR FACTS TOUR FACTS - Duration: 3-4 h garden. This is the place for perennials and they cultivate tomatoes, cucumbers, chili, - Duration: 3-4 h - Distance from cruise pier: 20 min roses, and an old stone stair leads you into apricots, and other plants for eating. - Distance from cruise pier: 20 min - Means of transport: RIB boat the house. The garden includes several - Means of transport: bus - Activity level: 2 (medium) hundred different plant species. It is divided Fresh herb tea will be served, made from - Activity level: 1 - Maximum pax per tour: 24 into sections, each with a different expression. herbs from the garden. Nature is close by, There are quite a few herb spices to be found, and there is a rich bird life. This is a place which are used in both food and drinks. In for silence and beauty.

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ACTIVITY PARK Great fun for everybody in gorgeous surroundings.

Experience an exciting world from the treetops! An active and fun-filled day of excitement TOUR FACTS and mastery. A memorable day where you can challenge yourself and your loved ones. - Distance from cruise pier: Here, the adults have just as much fun as the kids. Just enjoy! 45 min. Scenic route - Means of transport: bus. - Activity level: 1-3

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HAUGESUND CITY CENTRE > 1 Glacier 23 HAS A LOT TO OFFER: H 3 0 M - Haugesund City Hall IN - Civic Museum TYSNES - Haugesund Art Gallery Rosendal FOLGEFONNA HARDANGERVIDDA - Kyvik Herring Factory Sandvikvåg GLACIER NATIONAL PARK RD - Panoramic movie showing the region JO F R - City island cruise E G N - Our Saviour’s Church A E39 D - Shopping R E134 A - City walks H - Guided Tours 22 Eikemo/Tractor Safari Stavechurch 21 - Visit the Statue of Harald the Fairhaired 22 Langfoss Waterfall Røldal - Havnaberg Viewpoint Ranavik Røldal Ski Resort 24 - Dokken Outdoor Museum 22 Aakrafjord Adventures E134 - Playground in City Park Utåker - Christmas Market Leirvik BØMLO INFORMATION: Skjersholmane 25 Bus and boat can be combined Skånevik 21 from/to Haugesund - Viking Farm, Go sailing 16 Arquebus and Skudeneshavn. National Moster Tourist Route Utbjoa Boat: Haugesund - Røvær 25 min. E134 Boat: Haugesund - 70 min. Sauda E39

Rose Painting Workshop 21 Langevåg Ølen

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Ryvarden Lighthouse 9 47 46 Hagland Activity Park / Hagland Farm 15 E134 MIN 46 28 Salmon Safari 5 1 HAUGESUND 513 Røvær 18 > Herring 5 Steinsfjellet Viewpoint Factory 17 11 Kringsjå 515 46 HAUGESUND 1 8 Arquebus Museum SHORE 19 Eagle Safari Island Safari 7 13 Home and Garden Visit TYSVÆR 4 EXCURSION Visnes 2 13 Boat Tours / Sea Fishing 10 20 Viking Farm/History Centre/Olav´s Church 14 Høyt & Lavt Activity Park 12 Høyevarde Lighthouse 515 Bird Watching / Street Art 26 Go sailing 16 PLANNING MAP T UNNEL UTSIRA E39 THE REGION IS RICH IN HISTORY with many Nesvik 47 Kårstø exciting destinations to experience. A Beaches 3 broad range of excursions is available Hjelmeland KARMØY for exploring the history, culture and stunning scenery the area has to offer. 13 47 FINNØY Arsvågen

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HAGLAND FARM Ahhhh...mmmm...

Enjoy the scenery, visit the farm and see the animals. Sit down, relax and enjoy the local food in the open air house in the wood.

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THE ACTIVITY PARK is located north of Haugesund ON MAP in a typical rough and fascinating Norwegian landscape with views looking out over the North Sea. In addition to a World War II fortress, there is also a rich history from the Viking Age and from the mining 16 activities that started in the 1800s.

Hagland Natural Park is perfect for hiking and biking, and for exciting adventures. The park includes activities HERRING such as obstacle courses, Tyrolean traverse, treasure hunts, paintball hunting trail and boat trips with RIB boat. There is also a large play area featuring plenty of activities and experiences for children and adults. FACTORY The area is one of beautiful scenery with rocks, heaths and woodlands. Take time to see and experience GO SAILING Since 1866 the Kyvik family have attained a vast knowledge about the salting, seasoning, the natural surroundings with its animal and plant preservation and finishing of what is called the silver of the sea. Herring preservation is a life, and maybe you will be lucky enough to see TO SAIL IS A BREATHTAKING EXPERIENCE. When the wind takes eagles, deer, or Adder snakes. hold of the sails and all you see is the ocean, it is a breathless subject that requires specialized knowledge and experience. moment. We organize short cruises, fjord cruises and voyages. Sail ships “Johanne Karine” and “Seladon”. TOUR FACTS - Duration: 3-4 h THE H.J. KYVIK HERRING FACTORY was established in 1940 and is currently owned by - Distance from cruise pier: 20 min brothers Bjørn and Tor Kyvik. As 4th generation Kyviks they are proud representatives of - Activity level: 1-3 (optional) their profession and its industry. The family welcomes you on a guided tour of the herring factory. Guests will have the opportunity to taste different varieties of this refined, typical Norwegian specialty.

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ON MAP: NO. MAP: ON 18 19 IF YOU ARE a fishing enthusiast you will enjoy trying your luck in the open sea just off the coast of Haugesund. Your captain will provide you with safety instructions and behaviour at sea, EAGLE and of course, a thorough lesson in the types of fish and hints RØVÆR about where to drop lines. Fishing lines and life vests will be provided. SAFARI If you wish, a fish soup made of the day’s catch can also be ordered and prepared on the return trip. This is sea fishing at ISLAND FIRST PART of the sightseeing is by bus. Upon arrival at its best! Meals and drinks served onboard. Yrkjefjorden Fjord you board the Johanne Karine (built in Røvær is an island located 25 minutes off the coast of Haugesund 1854) or the Kaia (built approx in 1860). A guide will and is home to 110 inhabitants and one car. explain all about the fjord, which is known for the many eagles living here, and hopefully you will get a closer TOUR FACTS look at these majestic birds. - Duration: optional - Distance from cruise pier: pick up at the pier - Means of transport: boat TOUR FACTS - Activity level: 2 (medium) ENJOY A FJORD CRUISE between city islands, and out in the open towards TOUR FACTS - Duration: 5 h the North Sea. A guided tour on the island will give you a glimpse of its - Duration: 2.5 h - Distance from cruise pier: 40 min history. Follow a marked path which includes a 1000-year old Viking - Distance from cruise pier: 25 min - Means of transport: bus + boat settlement and a museum depicting Røvær’s history. - Means of transport: boat - Activity level: 2 (medium) - Activity level: 2 (medium)

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FJORDS, MOUNTAINS

AND WATERFALLS ! FULL The contrasts in Åkrafjorden are huge: bare mountain sides, luscious pastures, still-reflected fjords, and tumbling glacial waters. DAY TOUR A STOP AT a Norwegian rose-painted tourist In- NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTE. From the summit ! formation centre selling rose painted souvenirs of the mountain and back to the ship the trip and other products. A visit to the beautiful garden follows the National Tourist Route. The road that is also possible. winds through the towering mountain landscape from Røldal Valley and across the mountains to TOUR FACTS RØLDAL . The estimated age of Sauda is a spectacular part of this round trip - Means of transport: bus. the church is generally dated to between 1200- – where you can experience Svandalsfossen Water- Scenic route / round trip 1250 AD. Røldal Church received large donations fall – a breathtaking sight. - Activity level: 1 (easy) from many of the pilgrims who flocked to there over the years. As a result, the small village where the church is located, became quite prosperous.

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VOTED BY CNN as one of the ten most beautiful waterfalls in the ! world! FULL DAY TOUR !

Tractor safari, fjord cruise, and hiking - we bring you on an amazing journey from coastland to fjordland with high mountains and roaring waterfalls. ÅKRAFJORD AND LANGFOSS WATERFALL

AT ØLEN VILLAGE WE VISIT the rose painting resembles a string of pearls with the 612-metre Workshop, and at Åkrafjordtunet we pause at a shop high cascading Langfoss Waterfall the most where you can taste locally produced sausage, impressive of them all. It has been selected as one take tea or coffee, and do some shopping. of the world´s most beautiful.

Next is some beautiful sightseeing by boat on the At the end of the fjord we visit Eljervik Farm, which fjord where you will see huge bare mountain sides, commands a stunning view of the waterfall. Here luscious pastures, stillreflected fjords, and tumbling we enjoy the beautiful surroundings and also a glacial waters. Viewed from the boat, the landscape traditional Norwegian lunch.

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ON MAP: NO. 23. LANGFOSS WATERFALL - HIKING TO THE TOP

Langfoss is the fifth highest waterfall in Norway. In 2011, CNN named Langfoss as one of the world’s 10 most beautiful waterfalls. The total FOLGEFONNA vertical height is 612 meters. GLACIER

THE PATH UP along Langfoss was originally especially when you are above the timber- TOUR FACTS the old mountain road from the Eljarvik farm line, provide wonderful view points. You look - Duration: 5-7 h A hike to the edge of the glacier. On the way to the TOUR FACTS to Langfoss Mountain Farm, located on the down at the Eljarvik Farm and beyond Åkra- - Means of transport: bus. The walking glacier you will experience some great Norwegian - Duration: Full day tour plateau above the waterfall. There is a lot of fjorden Fjord. To the north you see Mosnes trip will take you about 3,5 hours return - Means of transport: bus. Scenic route. great stonework along the trail. Earlier gene- and into the valley that forms the southern to the top. Half way/view point 1,5 h. nature. A short stop will be made in Åkrafjorden where - Who can join: The blue ice trip suits rations of farmers struggled up and down end of Folgefonna National Park. The Folge- - Activity level: Active you can see Langfoss, Norway’s fifth largest waterfall. everyone over seven years of age in normal with livestock and heavy loads of butter and fonna Glacier is towering in the background - Elevation: 640 meters above sea level health. The tours are adjusted to suit the cheese from the mountain farm. towards the summit at 1638 meters above - Length trail: 1750 m An experience of a lifetime - blue ice trip on the needs and abilities of the participants. The first part of the walk is steep, going up sea level, which is the highest point in the Folgefonna Glacier! - Season: Mid-May until mid-August through the pine forest. Some places, and municipality of Etne.

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CYCLING IN RØLDAL

Visit Røldal and discover unheard biking opportunities - Give wheels a chance.

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ON MAP WINTER IN RØLDAL

Røldal is known to have the deepest snow in Europe. There is much more fun to do than just ski and snowboard during a winter day in Røldal. Check out our indoor and outdoor winter activities.

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Preikestolen, also known as the Pulpit Rock or Preacher’s Rock, is E39 one of the most popular hiking trips in the region. Situated at the RENNESØY scenic Lysefjorden Fjord on the west coast of Norway, this is the 13 perfect outing for nature lovers seeking adventure. Going on this hike, Kvitsøy Tau you’re in for a true wow-experience as you reach the Pulpit Rock. By bus

TOUR FACTS Bus from Haugesund to Kårstø: 30 minutes. Boat trip: 45 minutes. Bus to starting point. - Duration: full day tour. Scenic route Hiking to the Pulpit Rock. Stavanger - Means of transport: boat or bus. Estimated time round trip: 8 hours. Pulpit Rock The walking trip will take you about Boat trip: 1 hour 20 minutes. Bus to 4 - 5 hours return, including a short starting point. Hiking to the Pulpit Rock. stop at the top. Estimated time round trip: 8 hours. E39 Oanes Lauvvik 13

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SKÅNEVIK NATURE PARK

Great wilderness camp with notched buildings 220 hm over Skånevikfjord with magnificent views of the bay.

Differentiated activities and great local food. Arrangements for small/large groups that fits everyone. Teambuilding with more, to businesses, clubs/organizations and events for private groups.

Wishing you a warm welcome!

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! Ulvik FULL Eidfjord DAY Bergen TOUR Jondal !

Odda Rosendal

Haugesund

HAUGESUND AND – round trip by bus or overland tour from cruise pier in Haugesund to cruise pier in Hardangerfjord. Take an adventurous trip between Haugesund and

Hardanger – a golden route on land and at sea. DISTANCE BETWEEN Haugesund and Ulvik/Eidfjord: By boat: 95 Nautical Miles HAUGESUND – nestled between countless small islands and endless mighty fjords By bus: 202 km (126 miles) – such as Hardangerfjord, Åkrafjord and . Explore the history, culture and stunning scenery the area offers. CRUISE HARBOURS: Haugesund / Rosendal / Jondal / Welcome to exciting experiences in the region of Haugesund and Hardanger. Eidfjord / Ulvik

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STREET ART AT UTSIRA ISLAND

The island – famously known as one of Europe’s best places for bird spotting – has now become one of the most windblown and picturesque backdrops for European street art.

During one week of intensive work for artists from the UK, Spain and Norway to transform the municipality of Utsira, creating a surprising contrast between urban street art and the untouched landscape. The people of Utsira kindly offered the artists, who were inspired by the island’s history, their house walls, barn doors, siloes, and rocks in their fields, to use.

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ON MAP: NO. MAP: ON 28. SALMON SAFARI AT 1 27. MO LAKSEGARD ON MAP: NO. FARM VISIT AND ACTIVITIES

CHRISTMAS MARKET IN BIRD WATCHING HAUGESUND ON UTSIRA ISLAND WE PROMISE a healthy dose of Christmas spirit for OUT AT SEA, 18 km west of Haugesund, lies the small island those who visit the Town Hall Square in December. At of Utsira. Of the more than 300 different species of birds that FRØNSDAL ACTIVITY FARM gives you the possibility to try bow and arrow, the market one can purchase homemade items such as have been registered on the island, a number of species are axe throwing, beach volleyball or horseshoe throwing. You can borrow a beautiful glass, knitwear, Christmas cakes, cured regarded as extremely rare. The bird watching season on canoe or boat to row on the lake. Horse back riding and pony’s are among meats, Christmas ornaments and other handicrafts. Utsira lasts all year. The island is small (6.15 sq. km), and the children’s favorites. A meal can be served in the sami tent, with room Fitted out with a survival suit, snorkel and Local bands and choirs also contribute to a good start everything is within walking distance. for 50 people. mask, you commence the salmon safari by for Christmas shopping. floating freely along with the powerful A visit to the “ginger bread town” at Gamle Slakthuset, current of the Suldalslågen River. is only a minute away from the Christmas market. TOUR FACTS TOUR FACTS - Duration: 4-5 h - Duration: 5 h THIS IS AN ADVENTURE in nature of a totally different kind: A - Distance from cruise pier: 70 minutes by boat - Distance from cruise pier: 50 min salmon darts by. Another is standing still, striving against the - Means of transport: boat - Means of transport: bus current. A guide follows your progress from a nearby canoe. TOUR FACTS - Activity level: 2 - Activity level: 1–3 (optional) Mo Laksegard also offer activities such as wilderness camps, - Duration: optional Burma bridge, river expedition, fishing, abseiling, and a visit to - Distance from cruise pier: 15 min walk Mo´s local brewery. - Means of transport: shuttlebus or by feet - Activity level: 1 (easy)

TOUR FACTS - Duration: Full day tour - Distance from cruise pier: 1.5 h - Means of transport: bus. Scenic route. - Activity level: 2

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AUGUST: JUNE: THE WORLDS VIKING- LONGEST FESTIVAL HERRING www.vikingfestivalen.no TABLE www.visithaugesund.no/en/All-events/Festivals

AUGUST: SILDA- JAZZ www.sildajazz.no

FESTIVALS AUGUST: THE NORWEGIAN Haugesund and the surrounding region has many festivals INTERNATIONAL throughout the year. Check out our festivals! FILM FESTIVAL www.filmfestivalen.no/

SOME OF OUR FESTIVALS JULY: SKUDE- VIKING SILDAJAZZ HARBOUR DAYS THE WORLD’S THE SKUDE- CHRISTMAS IRONMAN FESTIVAL HAUGESUND INT. LONGEST NORWEGIAN FESTIVAL MARKET FESTIVAL JAZZ FESTIVAL HERRING INTERNATIONAL www.skudefestivalen.no TABLE FILM FESTIVAL

Year Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date

2016 9.-12. Jun 10.-14. Aug 18.-21. Aug 20. Aug 18.-25. Aug 30. Jun-3. Jul December 1.-3. Jul 2017 8.-11. Jun 9.-13. Aug 17.-20. Aug 19. Aug 17.-24. Aug 29. Jun-2. Jul December July AUGUST: 2018 7.-10. Jun 8.-12. Aug 19.-22. Jul 18. Aug 16.-23. Aug July December July HARBOUR- 2019 6.-9. Jun 7.-11. Aug 15.-18. Aug 17. Aug 15.-22. Aug July December July DAYS 2020 4.-7. Jun 12.-16. Aug 20.-23. Aug 22. Aug 20.-27. Aug July December July www.havnedagene.no

Destination Haugesund and Haugalandet is not responsible for any changes in the program as shown above. Christmas Market will find place eight days in December. The Skude Festival - coastal culture festival - is held on the first weekend of July every year - from thursday until sunday. Ironman will find place first weekend of July every year. DECEMBER: CHRISTMAS JULY: MARKET IRONMAN www.jule-marked.no/

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N59°24,56’ E005°15,60’ PORT OF HAUGESUND KARMØY - THE ISLAND

Distance from the cruise pier to the city centre: 800 m

GARPESKJÆR HARBOUR, WEST: Quay length total: 419 m Draft: 9,5 m HAUGESUND - CITY CENTRE

INNER HARBOUR Quay length total: 250 m GARPESKJÆR HARBOUR, EAST: Max. length for berthing: 130 m Quay length total: 261 m Draft 6.5 m Max. length for berthing: 180 m Draft: 7.1 m PHOTO: TOR INGE INGE TOR PHOTO:

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PORT OF HAUGESUND N59°24,56’ E005°15,60’

Distance to nearest pilot station nautical miles/ Max number of passenger per day in port: 4500 Hours: 5 nm /0.75 Max number of ships per day in port: Garpaskjær: Visiting address: Killingøy, Haugesund 2 main cruise pier + smaller ships at inner harbor HAUGESUND E-mail: [email protected] Ships stay min/max: No limitation QUAY: QUAY: QUAY: www.karmsund-havn.no Environmental limitations /restrictions Garpaskjær Garpaskjær Inner west side east side harbor Port facilities according to Cruise Norway`s LENGTH: LENGTH: LENGTH: CONTACT PERSONS: guidelines: YES 419 m 261 m 250 m Vigleik Dueland, Director Cruise Development Maximum ship length: 350 (bigger ships on request) DRAFT: DRAFT: DRAFT: Phone: +47 92 08 46 89 Maximum ship air draft: No air draft limitation 9.5 m 7.1 m 6.5 m E-mail: [email protected] AIR DRAFT: AIR DRAFT: AIR DRAFT: ANCHORAGE No limits No limits No limits Leiv Sverre Leknes, Harbour Master Type of bottom: Sand / mud BEAM: BEAM: BEAM: 50 m - - Phone: +47 90 93 50 59 Minimum depth: 25 m E-mail: [email protected] Distance from anchorage to tender pier: 3 nm HEIGHT HEIGHT HEIGHT QUAYSIDE: QUAYSIDE: QUAYSIDE: 1.5 m 1.5 m 1.8 m TOURIST INFORMATION Visiting address: At the port / Main office; Strandgata 171 Distance from port: At the port / Main office; 1 km Mailing address: Tourist Information Office, Strandgaten 171, NO-5525 Haugesund, Norway Phone / Fax: +47 52 01 08 30 E-mail: [email protected] www.visithaugesund.no PILOTAGE TO PORT OF HAUGESUND GENERAL INFORMATION Guide Service: YES, Guidecompaniet According to the pilot master of county, cruise ships from abroad Terminal/Restrooms in pier area: YES Parking place for buses: 50 m sailing to Haugesund may now take pilots on board at Røvær pilot boarding Taxi: YES field, just west of Haugesund. In comparison to previous regulations, the Rental cars: YES, on pier (Hertz) distance with pilot will be considerably shorter. Public transportation: 900 m Shopping: 800 m Local Currency: NOK ATM: 800 m (Haugesund Sparebank) Bergen Currency Exchange: 800 m (Haugesund Sparebank) Tax refund: At Tourist Information Office Jondal Public telephones in pier area: NO Internet access in pier area: YES Mailboxes in pier area: 400 m Distance to airport: 14 km, Haugesund Airport Karmoy Distance to city center: 800 m

Nearest Hospital: Helse Fonna, Phone: 05253, 1 km Odda Cruise pier Rosendal Garpeskjær PORT SERVICES / FACILITIES & INFORMATION Bunkers delivery /method: YES Supplies: Boat, truck Waste handling: YES Waste water method: YES Tugboats: YES Cruise pier Anchorage: YES Inner harbour Pontoons: YES PILOT BOARDING AREA RØVÆR Pilot: Channel 13 N 5927,5 - E 00507 DISTANCE FROM Emergency: Channel 16 / Vessel traffic service Kvitsøy PILOT BOARDING channel 18 / 19 TO PORT OF Medical emergency: Phone: 113 Haugesund 1 200 m HAUGESUND Charts: 17 / 469 HAUGESUND: SCALE CITY CENTRE Tidal movement: 0.5 m +/- ISPS approved: YES 5 NM Designated quays for cruise ships: YES Ship tenders allowed: YES 56 57 CRUISE DESTINATION HAUGESUND, NORWAY CRUISE DESTINATION HAUGESUND, NORWAY

58 59 Geir Øyvind Gismarvik, Hybris Film, Dag Brynjulsen, Petter Kvalsvik, Atle Grimsby, Haakon Nordvik, Tor Inge Vormedal, Kjell Jacobsen, Reisemål , Gunnar Toft Appex made this! Photo: Ørjan B. Iversen, Scott Sporleder, Magnus Fjell, Espen Mills, KIB Media, Tor Andre Johannesen, Vest Foto, Arne Kristian Ytreland, Haugesunds Avis,

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IRELAND U.K. POLAND NETHERLANDS BELGIUM CZECH REPUBLIC DESTINATION HAUGESUND & HAUGALANDET AUSTRIA SWITZERLAND VIGLEIK DUELAND FRANCE DIRECTOR OF TOURISM AND CRUISE DEVELOPMENT ITALIY M: +47 920 84 689 / [email protected]

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