Miles of beaches on the edge of Norway! The white sand, the magnificent light, and the wild sea can be enjoyed all year round. Water sports, hiking, and storm safari offer great nature experiences during the dark season and sand play is excellent on beautiful summer days.
Panorama peaks
Karmøy may not boast the highest peaks, but we have panoramic views in abundance!
Camilla Vandvik
Søre Sålefjell is Karmøy's highest peak. 132 meters above sea level may not seem impressive in a mountainous country like Norway, but from here you can still enjoy a fantastic view over most of Haugalandet and southwards towards Kvitsøy, Stavanger, and Jæren.
The highest peaks in the municipality are found on the mainland, Tronefjell (151 m) and Spannavarden (146 m) are two of them.
Information and maps of hikes can be found at Ut.no
Coastal trails
There is a bustling bird life and a multitude of plants and vegetation along the white sandy beaches on Karmøy's west side.
Camilla Vandvik
Between Åkrasanden and Ferkingstad lie cultural monuments like pearls on a string. Here are traces back to the Viking Age, with stone pillars symbolizing King Augvald's daughters, “Skjoldmøyane”, and boat house ruins from the sea king Ferking.
Charming Ferkingstad harbor and Sandve harbor are worth a visit on a coastal tour.
is an exciting natural phenomenon. In the area, there are several caves and potholes. Marked round trip from Langåker along cultivated fields via Taravika. Use parking at Vestre Karmøyveg and walk Nordre Langåkerveg, then marked trail.
Cabin visits
In South Karmøy, most trails lead to Røyningsbu. Coffee and something to nibble on Sundays and holidays at 11-14.
Åkramarka varies from cultural and agricultural landscape in the west, to heathlands and “bare hills” in the east. With a panoramic view towards Åkrehamn and the ocean to the west lies Kinnebu. Open Sundays from 1st of September to the school's summer break at 11-14.
The day-trip cabin at Tuastad is always open and houses books.
Camilla Vandvik
Forest hikes
At Visnes, you can find everything from adapted hiking paths winding through the Fransehagen spruce forest to rocky outcrops and heathlands. The nature combined with exciting industrial history and food experience, makes Visnes well worth a Sunday trip.
The forest area at Bukkøy, Avaldsnes, hosts a Viking village as well as a fine natural area with barbecue facilities. Path from Olav's Church past Nordvegen History Centre.
If you're interested in paddling, Fotvatnet in Kopervik or Lindøy in Røyksund might be the place.
The Bjørgene area at Torvastad and Liarlund in Kopervik have both lighted trails and disc golf courses.
Do you have what you need?
If not, see here for guided tours and equipment for a fun nature experience.
Did you know that Karmøy has over 400 potato cellars? They are often well camouflaged and can be decorated with both dandelions and tufts.