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NORDVEGEN HISTORY CENTRE tells the story about how Avaldsnes became The First Royal Throne of Norway.

HOMELAND OF THE VIKING KINGS, NORWAY´S BIRTHPLACE

FROM The Viking Farm.

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 Viking Age, Avaldsnes was a seat of power. This is where the Vikings ruled the route that gave its name to Norway – the way north. Around 870 AD, King Harald the Fairhaired made Avaldsnes his main royal estate, which was to become Norway’s oldest throne. From the time the first seafaring vessels were built in the late Stone Age and up to the Middle Ages, the seat of power of the reigning princes and kings has been located at Avaldsnes. Such power-continuity does not exist anywhere else in Scandinavia.

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Avaldsnes is therefore a key point in understanding the fundamental importance of voyage by sea in terms of Norway’s earliest history. The foundation stone of modern Norway was laid in 1814, but the country’s historical foundation is located at Avaldsnes. Today, one can visit St. Olav’s church at Avaldsnes, as well as Nordvegen History Center, and the Viking Farm. These are all places of importance for the Vikings and the history of Norway.

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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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FUN & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

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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 and mastery. A memorable day where you can challenge yourself and your loved ones. Here, the adults have just as much fun as the kids. Just enjoy!

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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: 45 min. Scenic route - Means of transport: bus. - Capasity: 200 persons

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Viking for a day!

VIKING FOR A DAY What did Vikings eat, and how did they live? What was it like being a boy or girl in the Viking age, and what games did young Vikings play? How did warriors get strong enough to wield a heavy sword and shield? And why did the Viking kings choose to live right here, in Avaldsnes? In the Activity Pack “Viking for a day” you can dress like a Viking and experience what life was like in the Viking age.

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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: 15 min - Means of transport: bus or boat. Can be combined with bus and boat.

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Archaeologist for a day!

ARCHAEOLOGIST FOR A DAY Monumental burial mounds, upright stones and medieval church sites are clear evidence of the rich chieftains and kings of Avaldsnes. Archeology and research is needed to reveal more secrets about the people who once lived here. The “Archeologist for a day” Activity Pack lets you dress up and join in activities that show the sort of work that goes on in an archeological dig. Activities take place in and around the Nordvegen History Centre, in the ancient fields and on the Viking Farm.

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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: 15 min - Means of transport: bus or boat. Can be combined with bus and boat.

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FRØNSDAL - FARM VISIT AND ACTIVITIES Frønsdal Activity Farm gives you the possibility to try bow and arrow, axe throwing, beach volleyball or horseshoe throwing. You can borrow a canoe or boat to row on the lake. Horse back riding and pony’s are among the children’s favorites. A meal can be served in the sami tent, with room for 50 people.

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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: 50 min - Means of transport: bus

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HAGLAND NATURE AND ACTIVITY PARK The park is perfect for hiking and biking, and for exiting adventures which includes activities such as obstacle courses, Tyrolean traverse, treasure hunts, play area, paintball hunting trail and boat trips with RIB boat. The area is one of beautiful scenery with rocks, heaths and woodlands. Have fun and experience the natural surroundings!

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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: 20 min - Means of transport: bus - Capasity: 600 persons

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HAGLAND FARM 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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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: 20 min - Means of transport: bus

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VALHALL - COME AND PLAY! A lot of fun, cooperation and competition in activities like sumo-football, ”wipeout”, obsticle race, pillowfights, mechanich surfingboard and more. We promise lots of laughter and dedication!

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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: 10 min. - Means of transport: bus - Capasity: 70 persons

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MINIGOLF AND 18 HOLE GOLF COURSE TOUR FACTS

Experience the beauty of the courses in the land of the Viking Kings, and the fun of playing Mini Golf at the “Golf Farm”.

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- Distance from cruise pier: 20 min - Capasity Mini Golf: 80 persons per hour

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SEA FISHING Enjoy! Your captain will provide you with safety instructions and behaviour at sea, and of course, a thorough lesson in the types of fish and hints about where to drop lines. Fishing lines and life vests will be provided. If you wish, a fish soup made of the day’s catch can also be ordered and prepared.

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TOUR FACTS

- Distance from cruise pier: pick up at the pier - Capasity: 40 persons

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STREET ART REBUS AT UTSIRA ISLAND The Street Art Rebus starts at the northern part of the island and ends at the southern part. Look for different kinds of Street Arts and try to see what characterizes them and makes them different from each other. The participants will get a sheet in which there will be nine questions to answer. Each participant gets a diploma.

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TOUR FACTS

- From cruise pier: 70 minutes by boat (commercial ferry). - Means of transport: boat

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GEOCACHING AT UTSIRA ISLAND Geocaching is high tech treasure hunting. It’s a fun, family friendly outdoor activity based around GPS navigation. You can use a smartphone, tablet or dedicated GPS unit to hunt for and find hidden geocaches all around the island. On Utsira there are over 60 hidden treasures.

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TOUR FACTS

- From cruise pier: 70 minutes by boat (commercial ferry). - Means of transport: boat

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3 Steinsfjellet Viewpoint Herring Røvær 515 4 Kringsjå Factory 2 8 Arquebus Museum 1 HAUGESUND CITY CENTRE HAUGESUND 6 14 Eagle Safari 7 10 HAS A LOT TO OFFER: Island Safari 7 5 Home and Garden Visit - Haugesund City Hall - Karmsund Civic Museum Visnes 6 3 8 - Haugesund Art Gallery Viking Farm/History Centre/Olav´s Church 2 Boat Tours / Sea Fishing Høyt & Lavt Activity Park - Kyvik Herring Factory 515 - Panoramic movie showing the region 11 Høyevarde 9 T Y SVÆ R Bird Watching 17 Go sailing 10 26 - City island cruise TUN NEL UTSIRA - Our Saviour’s Church E39 - Shopping Kopervik - City walks 47 OMBO - Guided Tours Beaches 12 - Visit the Statue of Harald the Fairhaired K A R M ØY - Havnaberg Viewpoint - Dokken Outdoor Museum BOKN - Playground in City Park - Christmas Market

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Hjelmeland

THE REGION IS RICH IN HISTORY with many exciting destinations to experience. A broad range of excursions is available for exploring the history, culture and stunning scenery the area has to offer.

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2. HERRING FACTORY

8. ARQUEBUS MUSEUM

The Kyvik-family welcomes you on a guided tour of their herring factory. Guests will have the opportunity to taste different varieties of this refined, typical Norwegian specialty.

The museum takes the visitor through the dramatic history of the occupation of Norway on April 9th up to the liberation in 1945

7. ISLAND SAFARI

1. HAUGESUND

Feel the ocean spray while the boat brings you from the city islands to where the fjord opens out to the sea. This is a tour for the TOUR FACTS: adventurous!

Experience the heart of Haugesund and get a good introduction to this small but vibrant city.

Starting point: Pedestrian quayside Haugesund (Indre kai)

3. STEINSFJELLET VIEWPOINT Hike the hills of Haugesund with a panoramic view of the North Sea, the islands, the city, and the municipalities of the region.

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9. RØVÆR Duration:

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Røvær isMean an island located 25 minutes off Bus the coast of Haugesund and is home to 110 inhabitants and one car.

Service: Light meal and drinks

4. KRINGSJÅ MOUNTAIN FARM

find areas excellent for hiking. A bus will take Very close to Haugesund town centre, you you will walk to Kringsjå. Here you will see you to the top of Steinsfjellet, and from there Afterthis time it is also possible to see lambs. the mountain farm and the wild sheep. At tive senta repre A eat. entertainment and something to wards you will enter the cabin for the in s ibilitie poss The landscape was formed during the Ice Age hiking the t abou ciation will tell you from the Norwegian Trekking Asso thousandsng of years ago. Here you can findhiking more enthusiasts can lties difficu of es degre of varyi region. There are many routesthan a hundred wild be a 15 minutes walk back to the top of will sheep. embark on. After the visit to Kringsjå, there view of the city, the North Sea, islands ramic Steinsfjellet. Here you can take in the pano n. y day you can see the sun set in the ocea and municipalities of the region. On a sunn

Degree of difficulty: Medium Clothing: Warm, rain- and windproof. Good hiking shoes. Suitable for: Groups and individuals

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5. HOME AND GARDEN VISIT

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.

Visit the beautiful home and garden - the house and the garden live together in quiet harmony, and the simplicity is the beauty of the place.

12. BEACHES The hike starts at the north end of the beach at Åkra. From here you can enjoy the view of the white beaches stretching along the shore.

www.visithaugesund.no

6. VISNES

11. HØYEVARDE

Did you know that the copper used in the Statue of Liberty in New York came from Karmøy? At the Mining Museum of Visnes you can learn about the history of the mining community, which consisted of about 3000 inhabitants in the 1800s.

RIB boat with a storyteller and guide will take you from the cruise pier through Smedasundet Sound and Karmsundet Sound and conclude at Høyevarde for a drink in the lighthouse followed by a 3-course lunch.

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20. LANGFOSS WATERFALL

15. RYVARDEN LIGHTHOUSE

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 vertical height is 612 meters.

At Ryvarden Lighthouse, the forces of nature will touch both body and soul. The headland seems to reach out and lift you towards where the huge sky meets the mighty sea.

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19. AAKRAFJORD ADVENTURES

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.

22. RØLDAL SKI RESORT

Provides fixed tours for individuals and tailor made tours for groups to beautiful and memorable locations.

14. EAGLE SAFARI

Røldal is known to have the deepest snow in Europe. The resort is welcoming everyone, families or anyone seeking challenges off-piste and unlimited free ski terrain with powder snow, this is the place to visit.

21. EIKEMO TRACTOR SAFARI

A guide will explain all about the fjord, which is known for the many eagles living here, and hopefully you will get a closer look at these majestic birds.

An exciting tractor safari brings you to a place you would never think it was possible to live. Enjoy mountain farm life with goats and the people who live here.

16. ROSE PAINTING WORKSHOP A stop at a Norwegian rose-painted tourist Information centre selling rose painted souvenirs and other products. A visit to the beautiful garden is also possible.

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25. SALMON SAFARI

Røldal stave church is probably the most known pilgrim church. The reason for this is the crucifix that according to tales has a healing power every midsummer.

Fitted out with a survival suit, snorkel and mask, you commence the salmon safari by floating freely along with the powerful current of the Suldalslågen River.

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17. GO SAILING To sail is a breathtaking experience. When the wind takes hold of the sails and all you see is the ocean, it is a breathless moment. We organize short cruises, fjord cruises and voyages. Sail ships “Johanne Karine” and “Seladon”.

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

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The road that winds through the towering mountain landscape from Røldal Valley and across the mountains to Sauda is a spectacular part of this round trip – where you can experience Svandalsfossen Waterfall – a breathtaking sight.

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AUGUST: THE WORLDS LONGEST HERRING TABLE

JUNE: VIKINGFESTIVAL

www.vikingfestivalen.no

www.visithaugesund.no/en/All-events/Festivals

tHe NorwegiaN iNterNatioNal FilM Festival

AUGUST: SILDAJAZZ

Norway’s major festival for film and cinema. In 2012 1421 professionals from 29 nations visited

Haugesund during the festival, where a total of 94 films were screened, including 22 films during New Nordic Films. 133 film productions were shown or presented in Haugesund in the course of nine days of film market and festival activity.

FESTIVALS

www.sildajazz.no Haugesund’s local audiences proved their great engagement during the festival. In addition to filling up movie theatres, they took part in a number of other activities in and around the festival. www.filmweb.no/filmfestivalen/2012/english/

AUGUST: THE NORWEGIAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

Haugesund and the surrounding region has many festivals throughout the year. Check out our festivals!

www.filmfestivalen.no/

JULY: SKUDEFESTIVAL

SOME OF OUR FESTIVALS VIKING SILDAJAZZ HARBOUR DAYS FESTIVAL HAUGESUND INT. JAZZ FESTIVAL Year Date Date

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10.-14. Aug

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16.-23. Aug

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6.-9. Jun

7.-11. Aug

15.-18. Aug

17. Aug

15.-22. Aug

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December

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4.-7. Jun

12.-16. Aug

20.-23. Aug

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20.-27. Aug

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AUGUST: HARBOURDAYS

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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.

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DECEMBER: CHRISTMAS MARKET

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KAYAKING Summer season. On request.

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