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Utsikten Hotell Kvinesdal Utsikten
Utsikten Hotell Kvinesdal Utsikten.
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Welcome to Kvinesdal

Visit Kvinesdal and experience world class fishing, mountains, fjords, festivals and the famous Utsikten hotel with panoramic views over the region. Kvinesdal is located on the southern coast of Norway, which is a little under a two hour drive from Kristiansand. The town centre is in a valley surrounded by mountains and a river leading to a fjord.
Bøkkerbua Wooden barrel construction Feda southern Norway
Bøkkerbua wooden barrel construction.
Photo: Adam Read @ Visit Sørlandet
Family hiking tours in Kvinesdal Norway
Family hiking in Kvinesdal.
Photo: Peder Austrud @ Visit Sørlandet
Utsikten Hotell Kvinesdal
The view over the valley.
Photo: Adam Read Visit Sørlandet
Knaben mining town southern Norway
The old mining town of Knaben.
Photo: Adam Read @ Visit Sørlandet

Radiator City?

You could compare Kvinesdal to Radiator City from the Disney movie Cars. There used to be a main road that went through the town, but a highway was built which by-passed it. The difference in Kvinesdal is that the local people celebrated the new highway and now work together to make Kvinesdal a great place to visit. So, if you visit one attraction in Kvinesdal, you will also receive information on other great attractions and activities in the region.

  • The American Emigration statue Kvinesdal southern Norway

    American Kvinesdal

    Kvinesdal has a long and vast history of emigration from the United States. American foods, american cars and american music in Southern Norway.

  • Feda Kvinesdal southern Norway

    Ancient Feda

    The coastal town of Feda in Kvinesdal has a long history dating back to the Viking times.

  • Family hiking Knaben southern Norway

    Hiking in Kvinesdal

    Go hiking in the mountainous areas of Kvinesdal and see great views of fjords, lakes, rivers.

  • Knaben Skisenter southern Norway

    Winter in Kvinesdal

    Snow skiing and cross country skiing in Kvinesdal and Knaben.

  • Knaben old mining town Kvinesdal southern Norway

    Visit Knaben

    Experience Knaben and its history as an old mining town that was occupied by the German forces in World War 2.

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Activities and attractions
Kvinabadet
Kvinabadet
Kvinabadet is the local swimming pool in Kvinesdal. Read more
Kvinabadet
Utsikten Golfpark
Utsikten Golfpark
Kvinesdal golf club was voted "Best golf course in Norway" in 2007, and it's not difficult to see why. Read more
Utsikten Golfpark
Knaben Mining Museum & Mine Tour
Knaben Mining Museum & Mine Tour
The Knaben Gruvemuseum "mining museum" displays history of the mine and its involvement in the First and Second World Wars. Visit the old mine with a… Read more
Knaben Mining Museum & Mine Tour
Bøkkerbua Traditional Wooden Barrel Making
Bøkkerbua Traditional Wooden Barrel Making
Situated by the river at Feda. Experience the old tradition of barrel making. Various sized barrels available for sale. Bathing area suitable for… Read more
Bøkkerbua Traditional Wooden Barrel Making
Rafoss waterfall Kvinesdal
Rafoss waterfall Kvinesdal
Rafossen is a waterfall located seven kilometres from Kvinesdal town centre. It is a powerful waterfall with a 42 metre drop. Read more
Rafoss waterfall Kvinesdal
Fossdal Gård Farm
Fossdal Gård Farm
Fossdal Gård (farm) offer four log cabins for hire with stunning river and moutain views. Read more
Fossdal Gård Farm
Salmon fishing Kvina
Salmon fishing Kvina
The river runs through Kvinesdal town centre and contains a growing population of salmon and sea trout. Fishing is permitted between June 1st and… Read more
Salmon fishing Kvina
American Emigration Museum in Kvinesdal
American Emigration Museum in Kvinesdal
Welcome to The American Emigrant Museum in Kvinesdal. Read more
American Emigration Museum in Kvinesdal
Emigration Monument in Kvinesdal
Emigration Monument in Kvinesdal
A life size monument in the city centre of Kvinesdal to celebrate the emigration from Southern Norway to the United States. As one of the most… Read more
Emigration Monument in Kvinesdal
Fjotland Bygdemuseum
Fjotland Bygdemuseum
The fjotland Bygdemuseum is located near Fjotlandsvannet in Kvinesdal. Read more
Fjotland Bygdemuseum
Torvløbakkan Gard
Torvløbakkan Gard
Norwegian farm food at its best. Read more
Torvløbakkan Gard
Accommodation
Solli Jaktgaard Hunting Farm and accommodation
Solli Jaktgaard Hunting Farm and accommodation
A beautiful farm surrounded by mountains, a river, forest and a waterfall. Read more
Solli Jaktgaard Hunting Farm and accommodation
Knaben Apartments
Knaben Apartments
Knaben apartments are located in the same building as the renown convenience store "Knaben Landhandel". There are five apartments. Read more
Knaben Apartments
Knaben Kapell Chapel Apartment
Knaben Kapell Chapel Apartment
In the mining town of Knaben there is an apartment for eight people in the 2. floor of the Knaben Chapel. Read more
Knaben Kapell Chapel Apartment
Fossdal Gård Farm
Fossdal Gård Farm
Fossdal Gård (farm) offer four log cabins for hire with stunning river and moutain views. Read more
Fossdal Gård Farm
Visit Knaben
Knaben Mining Museum & Mine Tour
Knaben Mining Museum & Mine Tour
The Knaben Gruvemuseum "mining museum" displays history of the mine and its involvement in the First and Second World Wars. Visit the old mine with a… Read more
Knaben Mining Museum & Mine Tour
Knaben Apartments
Knaben Apartments
Knaben apartments are located in the same building as the renown convenience store "Knaben Landhandel". There are five apartments. Read more
Knaben Apartments
Knaben Alpinsenter - Ski hill
Knaben Alpinsenter - Ski hill
Knaben has opportunities for both cross-country and downhill skiing. The ski resort is open weekends in addition to weekdays in the Winter and Easter… Read more
Knaben Alpinsenter - Ski hill
Knaben Landhandel
Knaben Landhandel
Charming convenience store dating back to 1934. Sale of groceries and handcraft. Extended opening hours during holidays. Read more
Knaben Landhandel
Knaben Kapell Chapel Apartment
Knaben Kapell Chapel Apartment
In the mining town of Knaben there is an apartment for eight people in the 2. floor of the Knaben Chapel. Read more
Knaben Kapell Chapel Apartment
Knaben Gård Apartment
Knaben Gård Apartment
Apartment with four bedrooms. It was renovated in 2008 and is located next to the main road, approximately 6 km prior to arriving at Knaben. Read more
Knaben Gård Apartment
Hiking opportunities
Hiking in Sandsheia
Hiking in Sandsheia
A trip that takes you from the shore and up to 291 meters above sea level where you get a great view over Fedafjorden and Lista. Read more
Hiking in Sandsheia
Falkefjellstøl
Falkefjellstøl
Greate hike in the mountains. The walk starts with a steep climb before leveling out. On the way to Falkefjellstøl you pass beautiful lakes, ideal for… Read more
Falkefjellstøl
The children's hiking trail
The children's hiking trail
Use a day or a week to walk in "Yohan's" footsteps. The walk offers authentic history, beautiful scenery, fresh air and not least physical education… Read more
The children's hiking trail
Varden Hamreheia hiking
Varden Hamreheia hiking
On the top of Hamreheia in Varden is a popular hiking destination. Read more
Varden Hamreheia hiking
Hiking in Rørvikheia
Hiking in Rørvikheia
From 1907 to today, this hiking trail was very central to the connection between east and west. Before the road was built between Flekkefjord and… Read more
Hiking in Rørvikheia
Nonskarknuden hiking trail
Nonskarknuden hiking trail
The Nonskarknuden or Norskeknuden as it is also known, is a hiking trail in Kvinesdal with amazing panoramic views from the top. Read more
Nonskarknuden hiking trail
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    Getting here and around

    Car: To get to Kvinesdal from Stavanger, use the E39 and Rv42 which takes 2.5 hours. From Kristiansand or Oslo, use the E39 highway. From Oslo the journey is 5.5 hours, from Kristiansand 2 hours.

    Bus: The Lavprisekspressen bus will take you from Stavanger to Feda in Kvinesdal as well as Oslo or Kristiansand to Feda. The center of Kvinesdal is a short taxi ride from that location.

    Train: The train between Stavanger and Kristiansand stops at Storekvina station. Call +47 904 79240 two hours before arrival to book taxi transport to Kvinesdal center.

    Air: There are international airports at Stavanger and Kristiansand and both have car hire services. There are two Norwegian Airlines that operate international flights from these airports including Widerøe and SAS.