Stavang between the Førdefjord and the skerries

On the northern shore of the Førdefjord, Stavang lies in a sheltered landscape of skerries in western Norway. Many islands, islets and skerries shape the area; to the west, there are views of the islands. There are also trails through forests and upland terrain, as well as traces that tell of the area’s long history. If you are looking for a holiday apartment for your trip to Norway, consider whether you would like to focus mainly on the fjord and island scenery, hiking destinations or cultural and historical discoveries.

Fjord scenery, fishing and trails

The sea is part of the Stavang travel experience in various ways. The area is well suited to sea fishing from a boat: both shallow waters and deeper fjords are among the options described. As you plan, you can choose between fishing in shallower water and taking a trip into the fjords. The marina has a café, a shop, a post office, a petrol station and boat hire. Boat hire is a useful point of reference for travellers interested in activities on the water.

The trails also lead to different destinations. The Stavang–Åsen trail starts at the marina and passes through Gjerteigane on its way to Åsen. In the forest, you may spot deer, martens, squirrels and forest birds, among other wildlife. Åsen offers a good view of Stavang. If you would rather explore the area in the direction of Langeneset, you can follow the Stavang–Langeneset trail: it leads from the centre via Kloppemyra to Langeneset. The two trails have different starting points and destinations, so you can choose between them based on which route you would like to include in your travel plans.

Another destination is Skålefjellet, which is 765 metres high. The trail from Velteplassen leads up the mountain, where views open up over the fjords and the Flora archipelago. Along with the trails from Stavang to Åsen or Langeneset, this gives you the choice of a higher-altitude destination and a different perspective. No information on the length or duration of these trails is available here, so choose according to the destination that interests you and plan the route based on your own travel plans.

Local history and discoveries in the surrounding area

Stavang’s landscape is complemented by a history shaped by different eras. The area has burial mounds, stone circles and traces of early settlements dating from the Late Stone Age and Early Bronze Age. There are two archaeological sites at Langeneset: a small farm with preserved wall remains and two Bronze Age burial mounds. These specific places offer travellers interested in cultural history several themes to explore: early settlement traces, structural remains and burial sites.

More recent local history is also present. The main building of Haavetun in the centre of Stavang was built in 1843. The new church in Stavang was consecrated in June 1957. The church belongs to Bru parish, whose traditions date back to the Middle Ages. Near Stavang, Hellevika at Stongasundet was a historic inn. Each of these examples represents a different part of local history: a house in the centre, the church and a former stop in the surrounding area.

For a trip beyond Stavang, Ausevika is about a five-minute drive away. Its rock art site is one of the largest in Norway. Together with the archaeological sites at Langeneset, it offers another cultural and historical theme to consider when planning your trip, without losing sight of the fjord landscape.

Which focus suits your trip?

Whether you spend your days at a single destination or combine several may also influence your choice of holiday apartment.

More local pages

More local pages to help you plan: Tansøy, Rognaldsvåg, Svortevik, Eikefjord, Florø, Barekstad.

For the broader travel overview: Flora.