Guidebook for Jørpeland
Parks & Nature
The star attraction of the region and probably Norway’s most iconic scenic spot. The start of the hike is from Preikestolen Fjellstue, which is just a 10 minute drive away. There are bus options from Jorpeland and Tau plus a taxi service. There is no Uber service here but I am offering a similar private service for which I can drop you off at the start of the hike and pick you up once you are ready to be collected. This option is certainly cheaper than bus or taxi :-) It’s also possible to hike to Preikestolen from our house. It’s all uphill and takes about 4 hours. One option would be to take transport to Preikestolen Fjellstue and hike back from there.
453 locals recommend
Pulpit Rock
The star attraction of the region and probably Norway’s most iconic scenic spot. The start of the hike is from Preikestolen Fjellstue, which is just a 10 minute drive away. There are bus options from Jorpeland and Tau plus a taxi service. There is no Uber service here but I am offering a similar private service for which I can drop you off at the start of the hike and pick you up once you are ready to be collected. This option is certainly cheaper than bus or taxi :-) It’s also possible to hike to Preikestolen from our house. It’s all uphill and takes about 4 hours. One option would be to take transport to Preikestolen Fjellstue and hike back from there.
This is probably the best hike in the area. Stunning views and NO (ok,very few) tourists. This is Norway at its finest. Reinarknuten towers 787 metres above sea level alongside Tysdalsvatnet lake. On this hike you climb a total of 450 metres and there are some steep patches. The walk takes 5 hours there and back. The view from the old cairn on the top is fantastic, taking in large areas of the lower Tysdalsvatnet and Ryfylke Fjords and the Ryfylke moors. Before ascending Reinarknuten you can look down the Skomakargjuvet gorge to Tysdalsvatnet, an amazing photo opportunity. It’s a 30 minute drive to the start of the hike and, again, I can arrange a drop off/pick up service.
Reinarknuten
This is probably the best hike in the area. Stunning views and NO (ok,very few) tourists. This is Norway at its finest. Reinarknuten towers 787 metres above sea level alongside Tysdalsvatnet lake. On this hike you climb a total of 450 metres and there are some steep patches. The walk takes 5 hours there and back. The view from the old cairn on the top is fantastic, taking in large areas of the lower Tysdalsvatnet and Ryfylke Fjords and the Ryfylke moors. Before ascending Reinarknuten you can look down the Skomakargjuvet gorge to Tysdalsvatnet, an amazing photo opportunity. It’s a 30 minute drive to the start of the hike and, again, I can arrange a drop off/pick up service.
A much easier hike than Reinarknuten with equally good views. The mountain is 439 metres above sea level and to the top and back takes about 90 minutes. This is about a 15 minute drive away,
Kjortåsen
A much easier hike than Reinarknuten with equally good views. The mountain is 439 metres above sea level and to the top and back takes about 90 minutes. This is about a 15 minute drive away,
This is quite a long drive (incredibly beautiful) so it’s best if you have your own transport for this.
199 locals recommend
Kjerag
This is quite a long drive (incredibly beautiful) so it’s best if you have your own transport for this.
Food Scene
Good for coffee, snacks or a light lunch. By far the best location in Jorpeland with beautiful views over the harbour. In good weather, the garden is a joy to sit out in and enjoy a cup of coffee.
30 locals recommend
Rosehagen Kafe
1 VågabakkenGood for coffee, snacks or a light lunch. By far the best location in Jorpeland with beautiful views over the harbour. In good weather, the garden is a joy to sit out in and enjoy a cup of coffee.
Located in a beautiful hotel building, this is probably the closest we have in Jorpeland to a proper restaurant. Fairly expensive and the food can be a bit hit and miss.
8 locals recommend
Verkshotellet Jørpeland
2 Direktør PoulsonsgateLocated in a beautiful hotel building, this is probably the closest we have in Jorpeland to a proper restaurant. Fairly expensive and the food can be a bit hit and miss.
Chinese restaurant serving Chinese food catering more to Norwegian taste. A good option for standard, simple Chinese food.
14 locals recommend
Peking House
24 RådhusgatenChinese restaurant serving Chinese food catering more to Norwegian taste. A good option for standard, simple Chinese food.
Preikestolen Kebab &Pizza
14 KjørebergvegenGood for pizzas and kebabs and reasonably priced.
Part of a Norway-wide pizza chain. Decent pizzas at reasonable prices.
8 locals recommend
Pizzabakeren Jørpeland
26 RådhusgatenPart of a Norway-wide pizza chain. Decent pizzas at reasonable prices.
Located behind the Coop supermarket and the alcohol shop, (Vinmonopolet) this is a pleasant coffee shop with reasonable coffee and food.
9 locals recommend
Ryfylke bakery & confectionery AS
14 RådhusgatenLocated behind the Coop supermarket and the alcohol shop, (Vinmonopolet) this is a pleasant coffee shop with reasonable coffee and food.
Strand Restaurant Jørpeland
30 VågabakkenGood for middle-eastern food
Essentials
REMA 1000
53 StålverksvegenLargest and cheapest supermarket in Jørpeland.
Helgø Meny Jørpeland
68 Direktør PoulsonsgateClosest supermarket to the house
KIWI Jørpeland
6 RådhusgatenCoop Prix Rådhusgt
24 RådhusgatenCOOP Extra
14 Rådhusgaten