Fjell /Øygarden

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Tour 42.  The Archipelago west of Bergen - the roundtrip

Only 15 minutes by car west and north of Bergen there is a large archipelago rich in historical sites as well modern developments. The largest islands are now connected to the mainland by bridges, but numerous ferries still ply the many fjords past beautiful small islands, narrow sounds and inlets. It is a veritable paradise for those who love the fresh sea air and old harbours and fishing villages.

 

Fjell municipality: only a short distance from the centre of Bergen and both population and public services are expanding rapidly. The economic base is well developed and at Straume there is a large commercial area with shops for every need. A varied landscape makes the community ideal for all sorts of out-of-doors activities. There are numerous small fishing villages with old boathouses, and the community can offer all its 17 500 inhabitants a variety of leisure activities and cultural pursuits.

 

Øygarden: became an independent municipality in 1964, and after the various islands were connected to the mainland by bridges, the community has grown considerably both in number of businesses and population. The most important economic activities are related to the sea, in one way or another: the oil comes from the offshore field Oseberg, and fishing and sea freight are still important. Sea oriented tourism is on the rise, with the sea as the central element. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tour 42.  The Archipelago west of Bergen - the walk

42B: Turøy

Early Farming by the Ocean.

On the island of Turøy you can experience the ocean in all its might, but be careful.

Terrain: Gentle, road and footpath.

Time: approximately 2 hours.