Visit Region Stavanger

05/01/2024

Winter experiences in our region are waiting for you ❄️

Inspiration 👇
https://bit.ly/4aGS9zY ❄️

1 📷 Explore Lysefjorden
2 📷 Outdoorlife Norway
3 📷 Sirdal Huskyfarm
4 📷 Sirdal Skisenter & Sommerpark
5 📷 Slottet
6 📷 Nordic Paddling

03/01/2024

Exciting news! Stavanger got a special mention in Forbes as an undiscovered destination for 2024! 🌟 We're thrilled to be recognised for what this city has become.

Discover what Forbes had to say about some of the contributors that make Stavanger a truly wonderful destination to visit!
Spiseriet, restauranten i Stavanger konserthus
Fisketorget Stavanger
Renaa Matbaren
Sabi Omakase
Stavanger kunstmuseum
Norsk Oljemuseum

Cheers to these amazing establishments for adding their unique flavors and culture to our city! 🍽️🖼️ And for the full scoop, check out the Forbes article linked below! 📰✨ 👇

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joanneshurvell/2023/12/31/6-undiscovered-european-travel-destinations-for-2024/

1, 2 📷 Brian Tallman Photography
3 📷 Tommy Ellingsen, Renaa
4 📷 Sabi Omakase
5 📷 Kos Studio/Stavanger Kunstmuseum
6 📷 Henrik Susort, Visit Region Stavanger

31/12/2023

Thank you to all our followers for keeping up with us through 2023. 🎉 Wishing you a Happy New Year from us at Visit Region Stavanger! 🎆🎇🥁

📷 Brian Tallman Photography

31/12/2023

💥 2023 recap! 💥 Our top 5 Instagram posts of the year!

📷 5: instagram.com/p/CqkckmDswtc/
📷 4: instagram.com/p/CtzF78CMcNX/
📷 3: instagram.com/p/CpdLg08MEMw/
📷 2: instagram.com/p/Cnhg4k-MGNt/
📷 1: instagram.com/p/CsVckpUuw2-/

We hope you continue to use and on Instagram to spread travel inspiration in 2024 too! 🔥🎇🎆 You are amazing!

Want keep up with the Stavanger region and the Edge of Norway in 2024? 👉 instagram.com/regionstavanger

Want to know more about the Stavanger region? 👇
fjordnorway.com/no/destinasjoner/stavanger-regionen

27/12/2023

Good eats in the Stavanger region the time before the new year? 🍗 Go down the rabbit hole of eating better in the culinary region Stavanger:
https://bit.ly/3thwwpc

1 📷 Tango restaurant
2 📷 RENAA
3 📷 Sabi Omakase

24/12/2023

God jul! Merry Christmas from all of us at Vist Region Stavanger! ✨❤️🎄 We hope you have a wonderful Christmas celebration! 🎄🎅

📷 Brian Tallman Photography
📷 Svendsania

21/12/2023

Take a delightful journey into the possibilities of 2024 with our collection of inspiring articles! Discover why the Edge of Norway is the perfect travel destination for you in the comming new year. Save this post for a cozy read while you wait for Christmas evening to come or during the quiet moments before the arrival of the new year. Click here for a peek: https://bit.ly/3v1hNzc 🌟

And, enjoy the photo collage showcasing just a snippet of what this incredible region has in store for you 😊

1 📍 The Lysefjord 📷 Explore Lysefjorden
2 📍 Bore Beach📷 Aldente/Moxey
3 📍 Fargegaten, Stavanger 📷 Brian Tallman Photography
4 📍 Preikestolen 📷 Explore Lysefjorden
5 📍 Helleren, The Jøssingfjord📷 Brian Tallman Photography
6 📍 Langgata, Sandnes 📷 Henrik Susort/Visit Region Stavanger
7 📍 Vågen, Stravanger 📷 Brian Tallman Photography

21/12/2023

Nestled beneath the towering cliffs of Jøssingfjord in Sokndal, Norway, lies "Helleren." These primitive wooden houses served as the homes for crofters from the 1500s until the close of the 1800s. Sheltered by the overhanging rock face, these homes display their original paint, and notably, they eschew roof tiles, ensuring complete protection against the rain. 🌧️

📷 by instagram.com/iversengabriel 🙏 Thanks for sharing!

20/12/2023

These santas are working hard (well, at last some of them🙈) to get ready in time for Christmas Eve.

They are part of a traditional Christmas exhibition at - a museum and science centre that took over this account today.

For more than 60 years the santas have spread Christmas cheer in the city of Sandnes, often with a new twist to the exhibition.

🎅 Merry Christmas to you all and welcome to Vitenfabrikken!

20/12/2023

Ever wondered what happens when top chefs worldwide collaborate with Stavanger's best restaurants? From the creators of Norways largest food festival Gladmat: The first-ever Food & Fun Festival from Feb 21-24, 2024! 🍽️🌍✨

🍅 https://bit.ly/3GlR8zn 👈 Restaurant Festival: Food & Fun in Stavanger 🍖🥙

📷 Tord Paulsen

20/12/2023

🎉 Congratulations, Julebyen! 🌟 For the second year in a row, you've been crowned Norway's best Christmas town, this time with an impressive 57% of the votes in Nettavisens annual Christmas town ranking! 🏆🎄 A heartfelt shout-out to everyone involved in Julebyen Egersund and in making it so magical! ✨ Already looking forward to next year 😍🎄

📷 Arne Ove Østebrøt

19/12/2023

Ready for a snowy adventure in the Lysefjord but not sure how to deal with Norwegian winter mountains? Hiking to famous attractions like Preikestolen can be intimidating with no winter experience. No worries! Friendly mountain experts are ready to guide you through the beautiful snowy mountains of Norway. ❄️

Explore the mountains with:
Explore Lysefjorden
Lysefjorden Adventure As
Get Guided Norway

Make the most of your winter vacation at the Edge of Norway with our professional mountain guides!

1-3 📷 Explore Lysefjorden
4-5 📷 Lysefjorden Adventure

15/12/2023

Did you know that the Edge of Norway offers incredible winter surfing opportunities? In recent years, Norway has earned its deserved place as an international surfing destination. Don't limit yourself; embrace the best of everything this winter. Picture yourself catching waves in the stunning winter scenery at Borestranden beach. Elevate your surfing skills with courses offered by Boretunet or Bore Surf Senter, adding an cool twist to your winter adventure.

Why settle for the ordinary when you can discover the thrill of winter surfing on Norway's frigid yet enchanting waters? Take the plunge, ride the waves, and let the Edge of Norway redefine your winter escapades. Unleash the adventurer in you!

📷 Aldente/Moxey

13/12/2023

Ready for the urban city winter break?❄️🌃

Does any of this hit close to home? You're not exactly the skiing or snowboarding type. Daily Instagram posts from snowy slopes featuring your dewy-fresh-glowed kids? Not your style. You will not be found on some mountain top every minute of the hour with a dog, partner and kids in tow. If you're nodding along, it's safe to keep reading! ❄️

An urban winter break is your ticket to a soft adventure, loaded with fun activities for everyone. Dive into the article and kickstart your cool, urban winter escapade – because who says winter breaks can't be urban and fabulous, even for the seasoned city dweller?

Does any of this sound familiar? You are not a skiing or snowboarding person. You don't post daily snaps or Instagram photos from the ski slopes of your dewy...

13/12/2023

Winter's in full swing, and Stavanger's serving up the perfect recipe for an awesome season! ❄️ Check out these top 10 things to do in the Stavanger Region 💯:

1️⃣ Cruise and experience the stunning winter-clad Lysefjord comfortably with Rødne Fjord Cruise.

2️⃣ Join a guided hike with professionals with Explore Lysefjorden, Lysefjorden Adventure As, or Get Guided Norway for a safe and exciting adventure in the snowy mountains. 🏔️

3️⃣ Hang out with adorable huskies and explore Sirdal's snowy mountains at Sirdal Huskyfarm. 🐺

4️⃣ Warm up in a fjord-side sauna thanks to BookSauna or Damp Sauna, then dive into the chilly waters for a refreshing twist. 🏞️

5️⃣ Ski or snowboard your heart out at Sirdal Skisenter & Sommerpark's 21 slopes and 8 lifts. ⛷️

6️⃣ Show off ice skating skills on the ice in Vår Energi Arena Sørmarka, Stavanger Ishall, Vinterland i Sandnes or the ice rink at Kjerringholmen, right next to Norsk Oljemuseum ⛸️

7️⃣ Warm up your taste buds with a treat to fine dining at RENAA, Sabi Omakase, Enso, Tango restaurant or Fish & Cow. 🍗

8️⃣ Go big with a private winter cruise in Lysefjord, courtesy of Private Cruise. ⛴️

9️⃣ Brave the winter waves at one of Norways best surf beaches with Bore Surf Senter. 🏄

🔟 And if you're into cross-country skiing, Sirdal's got over 100 km of tracks waiting for you. Get there comfortably with Skibussen.no Sirdal ⛷️

❄️ Get ready for a winter full of fun and adventure in Stavanger!

📷 Outdoorlife Norway
📷 Explore Lysefjorden
📷 Fabel Media
📷 Sirdal Skisenter
📷 BookSauna
📷 Sirdal Huskyfarm

12/12/2023

Jakt på julestemning og førjulshygge med Go-Ahead Norge! 🎄🚂 Toget tar deg fra Stavanger til Sandnes og Egersund, med flere avganger hver dag. Nyt julemagien på Stavangers julemarked og Aftenbladets pepperkakeby i Norsk Oljemuseum. Hopp av toget i Sandnes og opplev Vinterland i Sandnes med ismoro, kakaokopper og pariserhjul på Ruten fra 25. november til 17. desember. Utforsk den koselige trehusbyen Egersund og den magiske julebyen 7-10. og 14-17. desember.

Hopp på toget og ta en miljøvennlig tur til et av mange julemarkeder langs Sørlandsbanen, Jærbanen og Arendalsbanen, så kan du kombinere gavehandling, kos og julestemning med god samvittighet.

08/12/2023

The winter season is gorgeous in Sirdal! ❄️ This winter paradise is easily accessible from Stavanger with a 1 hour 20 minute car ride. In Sirdal, Sirdal Skisenter & Sommerpark offers thrilling downhill skiing with a total of 21 slopes and 8 ski lifts for all levels. If you want to try out something less speedy, you can induldge in 110 kilometres of cross country sking tracks. ⛷️🏂

For a more unique adventure, visit Sirdal Huskyfarm for epic dog sledding adventures in the snowy wilderness. 🐺 Choose cozy accommodations at Sirdal Høyfjellshotell or experience starry nights at Sirdal Safari og Adventures Eco Lodge amid snow-covered trees. Fill up on delightful cuisine and panoramic views at Slottet, a mountaintop restaurant, featuring the finest of local Sirdal ingredients.

No car? After new years you can Skibussen.no Sirdal from Stavanger during weekends for a stress-free journey.

1-2 📷 Sirdal Skisenter
3-4 📷 Sirdal Huskyfarm
5 📷 Sirdal høyfjellshotell
6 📷 Slottet
7 📷 Sirdal Safari & Adventures AS

04/12/2023

Dream of exploring the beautiful winter scenery in the Lysefjord? Experience the winter fjord magic in luxury, comfort and style with Private Cruise this winter. ❄️ Private Cruise takes you on a three-hour winter cruise on board their luxury yacht. With only seven guests on board, personalised attention and comfort are guaranteed. Departures are possible at 11 am every day 🏔️❄️🛥️

https://bit.ly/47HFqLB 👈 more information 🛥️

📷 Tony Kristoffersen Photography/Private Cruise

03/12/2023

It is that time of the year when we walk around the Christmas three and Mother Christmas comes to share her magic.

This is Byrkjedalstunet. We are so happy for this Istagram-takeover.

Did you know that the Norwegian Mother Christmas lives in the barn and helps the farmers to take care of all the animals?

Now before Christmas people come to Byrkjedalstunet to meet Mother Christmas and eat Norwegian Christmas food inside of the mountain.

❤️ Welcome to Byrkjedalstunet!

02/12/2023

Nuart Street Art unveils stunning works at Stavanger Railway Station and Sola International Airport. 🚂✈️ Discover the transformative art by Millo from Italy and Hera from Germany. 🎨✨ Elevating 'Planes, Trains & Automobiles,' turning overlooked spaces into vibrant destinations. 🌍🔥 Immerse yourself in the power of public art! These massive murals at Stavanger Airport and Stavanger Station are a must see. 📸👀

Bonus artwork at the plant-based restaurant Bellies 🎨🦍

🎨 1-3 Millo
🎨 4-8 HERA of herakut
📷 Brian Tallman Photography

Stavanger lufthavn, Sola
Go-Ahead Norge
NUART FESTIVAL

30/11/2023

Have you heard of the new exhibition named 'The Forbidden Forest' at Stavanger kunstmuseum? 🌲✨New, giant works form backdrops for paintings from the museum's collection; interior elements like desks, beds, and bathtubs create a homely atmosphere, while the forest has taken over the museum's halls in Andreas Siqueland's enormous paintings. 🎨🏠 Discover artwork by artists like Kai Fjell and Harald Dal, Erling Enger, Thorbjørn Lie-Jørgensen, Ragnar Kraugerud, Arne Ekeland, Reidar Aulie, and Alexander Schultz 🏞️🎭 Immerse yourself in Siqueland's transforming installations, inviting you to be part of evolving landscapes. 🔄👁️ Explore the rich tales within each artwork, bridging personal narratives with geographical influences. Go through the photos to get a taste of the impactful exhibition! 📸✨

https://bit.ly/3sU9XGQ 👈 Exhibition: The forbidden Forest at the Stavanger Art Museum 🎨

📸 Helle Navratil/MUST

28/11/2023

Winter's magic transforms this region – nature becomes wilder, flavors richer. Cities buzz with culture. The fjords, a canvas of changing light and color, offer a season of enchantment. Explore the magic! ❄️🌌

Winter is the magical season in Fjord Norway. Nature becomes rawer and wilder, and flavours are enhanced. The cities and towns offer a rich and varied cultur...

23/11/2023

Discover the magic of Christmas at the Edge of Norway! 🎄 Unwrap all the secrets of the festive season in this region with this guide. From enchanting Christmas markets to delightful concerts, and festive family activities – for big and small. Welcome to a season filled with joy and magic at the Edge of Norway! Ho, ho, ho! 🎅👇

Go on a short break to the Stavanger region before Christmas! Christmas markets, Christmas concerts and all the other fun things you can fill the period befo...

20/11/2023

Del ditt VM-minne og vinn en signert landslagsdrakt!

Drømmer du om å eie en landslagsdrakt signert våre fantastiske håndballjenter? Nå har du sjansen!

29.nov-3.des 2023 blir det mulig å se ett av tidenes beste norske landslag spille VM i DNB Arena i Stavanger. De tre siste EM og VM har endt med gull til Håndballjentene, og nå kan du se dem live i Stavanger!

Hvordan delta:
Del ditt beste håndball minne fra VM Stavanger. Last opp ditt beste bilde/video fra VM og fortell oss om dette håndball-minnet i kommentarfeltet under.

Premien:
En ekte landslagsdrakt signert av hele vårt fantastiske kvinnelandslag i håndball!

Tidsfrist:
Deltakelse frem til siste mesterskapsdag, 3. desember . Vinneren kunngjøres ved mesterskapets slutt.

Del din lidenskap for håndball og bli med i konkurransen for å vinne en landslagsdrakt signert av hele landslaget!

Mer om håndball-VM for kvinner i Stavanger: https://bit.ly/47fauCe
Topp ting å gjøre mens du er i Stavanger: https://bit.ly/46cWAiy


Norges Håndballforbund Region Sørvest
📷 Kenneth McDowell

16/11/2023

🇳🇴🤝🇮🇹
Cari milanesi, ottime notizie! Ora potete ve**re ad esplorare i fiordi, le montagne e l'oceano. Norwegian inizierà a volare a Stavanger nel maggio 2024. 🎉🙌

Exciting news! Now you can come and explore the fjords, mountains and ocean. Norwegian will begin flying Milan - Stavanger from May 2024.🎉🙌

Read more here 👉 https://bit.ly/47g6P78 🇳🇴🤝🇮🇹

📷 FotoKnoff, Sven-Erik Knoff

16/11/2023

Explore the enchanting Christmas markets in the Edge of Norway! ✨☃️ Few things evoke the holiday spirit like a cozy Christmas market.
Pro tip: Save this list for future reference and have all the information easily at your fingertips! 🎅

🎄 Julebyen Egersund, 7-10.12, 14-17.12 - https://bit.ly/3FfcZJs
🎄 Vinterland i Sandnes, 25.11-17.12 - https://bit.ly/40zdHtP
🎄 Jul i Byparken, 25.-26.11, 2.-3.12, 7.-10.12, 14.-17.12 - https://bit.ly/40AF2LW
🎄 Julemarked i Gamle Stavanger, 3.12 - https://bit.ly/47oF0cA
🎄 Julemarked på Utstein, 25-26.11 - https://bit.ly/3uc8k7M
🎄 Julemarked på Sirdal Huskyfarm, 2.12 - https://bit.ly/3FWQCrd
🎄 O Tou med din glede - på Tou Scene, 13.-14.12 - https://bit.ly/3uz2FIX
🎄 Det store Julespelet og Julemarken, 6-10.12 - https://bit.ly/3ueTRYy
🎄 Julemarked på Varatun Gård, 17-19.11 - https://bit.ly/40ASrnc
🎄 Jul i Ølberg havn, 9-10.12 - https://bit.ly/3FZQAyZ
🎄 Juleparken på Nærbø, 1-2.12 - https://bit.ly/47AIMiL

Get ready to immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit in the Edge of Norway! 🎄✨

1 📷 Julebyen Egersund, foto Arne Ove Østebrøt
2 📷 Vinterland i Sandnes, foto Rune Helliesen
3 📷 Jul i Byparken, foto Stavanger Kommune
4 📷 Det store Julespelet og Julemarken, foto Henrik Susort
5 📷 Jul i Gamle Stavanger, foto Oddbjørn Løken Aarstad
6 📷 Julemarked på Utstein, foto Klostergarden

15/11/2023

Get ready for a magical winter wonderland experience in Sandnes! 🌟🎄❄️ Vinterland i Sandnes is going to be bigger and brighter than ever!

Kickstart the festive season in one of Edge of Norways largest Christmas attractions with the grand opening on November 25th. 🎇

Elevate your winter-spirit with the brand new breathtaking 22-meter-high Ferris wheel, treating the city center to a spectacular light show, and giving you a completely new vantage point over Sandnes city centre. For a little winter adrenaline, you can hop on the Vinterland Express carousel, or let the Kakaokoppene carousel bring back nostalgic vibes. Vinterland Stasjon offers a charming train ride for the little ones, while the ice skating rink awaits both ice skating enthusiasts and amateurs of all ages. Mathallen will be transformed into a winter paradise, adding to the enchantment. 🎠🎡🎆

The highlight? A mesmerizing free concert with Stavangerkameratene on December 16, creating the perfect pre-Christmas experience.

🎄 Save the dates for these special moments:

❄️ 25.11: Grand Opening 🎡🎆
❄️ 30.11: Children's Day, with tons of fun activities for the little ones. 🎪
❄️ 2.12: Blålysdagen, fun event with a focus on safety 🚨
❄️ 3.12: Lighting of the Christmas Tree 🎄🎇
❄️ 16.12: Free Concert with Stavangerkameratene 🎵

Join us as Vinterland i Sandnes light up the city and makes the winter-season warm and bright! 🎅🎁

📷 Brian Tallman Photography

14/11/2023

Discover the hidden gem that is the Frafjord in Gjesdal, the picturesque neighbour of the Lysefjord! 😍🏞️ Not everyone is familiar with this stunning fjord, but it's a must-see for those seeking breathtaking landscapes off the beaten path.

Tip: Climb the summit of Ramnstoknuten for a mesmerising panoramic view that captures the beauty of both the Frafjord and the Høgsfjord. It's a rare opportunity to experience two fjords from one stunning view point! 🚶‍♂️⛰️ Don't forget your camera – it's a memory worth saving. Ready for an adventure off the tourist track? Frafjord awaits!

📷 by instagram.com/larshi1 🙏 Thanks for sharing!

13/11/2023

Only 12 days till Vinterland i Sandnes returns to Sandnes! 🎉🎅 Hands up if you're excited! 😍🙋

📸 Rune Helliesen