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    Landscape in Bygland
    Landscape in Bygland.
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    Bygland, Byglandsfjord and Ose
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    Bygland, in the middle of Setesdal

    The lake Byglandsfjord is 34 km  long and is part of the river Otra.
    This gives wonderful recreation opportunities in idyllic surroundings. Enjoy one of the beautiful beaches along the lake.

    There are numerous idyllic swimming and sunbathing spots along the lake, and if you prefer fishing, the local catch includes trout and a dwarf salmon strain known as bleke. If you want to see the lake from a different angle, the steamboat Bjoren has a sightseeing route every Sunday during the summer.
    The magnificent waterfall Reiårsfossen is located in Bygland and can be seen from a nice picnic spot by the road.

    The area is also home to craftsmen and artisans who sell their products direct from their workshops. Would you like to meet Olga, Orvar, Frøya and Elvira? You will find them at Elgtun.  

    What to see in Bygland

    Elgtun, Landeskogen - Close encounter with the moose

    Elgtun, Landeskogen - Close encounter with the moose

    Here you will meet four elks; Olga and Orvar who were born in Sweden in May 2014 and have been raised as tame…

    Bygland Museum

    Bygland Museum

    Bygland Museum is an open-air museum with local farm buildings, the oldest ones dating back…

    D/S Bjoren

    D/S Bjoren

    Embark on a voyage with the old wood-fired steamship Bjoren from 1866. Every Sunday in June, July and August…

    Where to stay in Bygland

    Revsnes hotell

    Revsnes hotell

    Revsnes hotel is beautifully situated alongside the fjord Byglandsfjorden. It is a hotel with long traditions,…

    Neset Camping

    Neset Camping

    Open all year! Neset Camping is a peaceful, 4-star campsite situated in beautiful surroundings on a headland…

    Longerakhyttene

    Longerakhyttene

    In beautiful surroundings by the lake of Byglandsfjorden you will find the Longerak cabins. Each cabin has a…

    Longerak Hyttesenter og Camping

    Longerak Hyttesenter og Camping

    Just one hour's drive from Kristiansand! Idyllic family campsite by the lake of Byglandsfjorden, next to…

    Reiårsfossen Camp

    Reiårsfossen Camp

    Reiårsfossen Camping (May-Sept.) Hostel, 28 rooms - 49 beds 7 camping cabins - 28 beds…

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    Hiking routes
    Drøymarnuten - return trip 7 km
    Drøymarnuten - return trip 7 km
    The first part of the trail follows an old timber track, which later gives way to a path. The area has a rich wildlife, and if you are lucky, you… Read more
    Drøymarnuten - return trip 7 km
    Kvålsnapen - return trip 3 km
    Kvålsnapen - return trip 3 km
    The walk starts on an old timber track on the north side of the mountain. On the way to the summit at 460 m.a.s.l. you walk partly on forest path,… Read more
    Kvålsnapen - return trip 3 km
    Flyvraket - return trip 7 km
    Flyvraket - return trip 7 km
    On the 8th of September 1941, four B17c bombers (Flying Fortress) took off from England on a raid against German ships in Oslo. One plane probably… Read more
    Flyvraket - return trip 7 km
    Fånefjell - return trip 3,5 km
    Fånefjell - return trip 3,5 km
    Fånefjell – Bygland Starting point is the southern entrance of the Fånefjell tunnel on highway 9. From the parking you may follow… Read more
    Fånefjell - return trip 3,5 km
    Utsikten (the Viewpoint) Landeskogen - round trip 2 km
    Utsikten (the Viewpoint) Landeskogen - round trip 2 km
    The walk starts from the parking place at Årdal Church, next to highway 9.   Follow the road to Landeskogen. Opened in 1916, this was… Read more
    Utsikten (the Viewpoint) Landeskogen - round trip 2 km
    The Summit "Årdalsknapen" - return trip 8 km
    The Summit "Årdalsknapen" - return trip 8 km
    The first part of the trail follows a fairly well-groomed road. It is rather steep, but rewards you with several places of nice view. This is followed… Read more
    The Summit "Årdalsknapen" - return trip 8 km
    Tjovhola (the thief’s cave) - return trip 1 km.
    Tjovhola (the thief’s cave) - return trip 1 km.
    Tjovhola (the thief’s cave) – Bygland, 385 m.a.s.l. The trail starts from highway 9; 500 metres south of Neset Camping. Adequate… Read more
    Tjovhola (the thief’s cave) - return trip 1 km.
    Horgeknipen - return trip 4 km
    Horgeknipen - return trip 4 km
    Turn off from highway 9 in the roundabout in Byglandsfjord and follow municipal road 305 across the bridge to Senum. At the next crossroads turn right… Read more
    Horgeknipen - return trip 4 km
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      • How to get here

        Getting to Setesdal and around

        Setesdal stretches from Evje in the south to Hovden in the north, a total of 147 kilometres. The RV9, starting in Kristiansand, runs through the entire valley. Setesdal is also an ideal starting point for day trips in this part of Southern Norway.

      • Skiing in the mountains

        Winter in Setesdal

        Thanks to its location and climate, the entire Setesdal Valley enjoys long and stable winters. From wide, open country to floodlit trails through the forest, you are guaranteed to find your own skiing paradise. If you prefer hitting the slopes, Hovden is the largest alpine centre in the region.

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