Wild swimming, fjord beaches & fairy pools
Sunbathe on a fjord beach or go for a refreshing swim in a cool mountain lake – Sauda has plenty to offer when it comes to wild swimming!
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Sauda is located far east in Ryfylke at the edge of a fjord, between Pulpit Rock to the west Trolltunga to the east, along Norway’s National Scenic Route and only 2.5 hours away from Stavanger by boat.
In Sauda there’s a ski centre 8 km from town, an outdoor pool open all year round, the town sits on the very edge of the wilderness and is a thriving industry and agricultural community.
Explore the Norwegian wilderness with well marked hiking trails in summer and cross country ski routes in winter.
Experience the unique and living history in Sauda: visit the abandoned zinc mines and mining museum in Allmannajuvet, take in the majestic Svandalsfossen waterfall closeup or enjoy a refreshing paddle in the fairy pools in Åbødalen.
Explore Sauda this summer! Summers here are a perfect blend of mild, sunny days with clear skies and lazy, rainy days to freshen everything up. Sunbathe by a secluded mountain lake or go on a guided mine exploration in majestic Allmannajuvet. Learn about Norway’s industrial revolution and what it was like to be a blue collar worker in Sauda by visiting iconic Åbøbyen and the industry worker museum.
Need stuff for your adventures? Have a gander in our cosy shopping streets and talk to the knowledgeable and friendly locals, we usually have everything you need.
Sunbathe on a fjord beach or go for a refreshing swim in a cool mountain lake – Sauda has plenty to offer when it comes to wild swimming!
Foto: John EikCaffery Hikes around Sauda 🏕️ Sauda is great for hikers and there’s many daytrip options available. For more experienced hikers there’s always the option to extend the hike,
Here you’ll find both an outdoor and an indoor pool with flumes, an obstacle course and a climbing wall! Both pools are open year round and keep a comfortable temperature of 32 degrees celsius.
The minigolf course is located right by Andedammen family park in Sauda and is a fun activity for all ages.
In Sauda you can go paddleboarding, fjord kayaking and more!
Have you brought your fishing rod? Get yourself a fishing license to fish in the freshwater lakes and rivers in Sauda.