Forsand village panorama by the fjord
Sandnes · Ryfylke · Rogaland

Forsand

WhereFjordsCross

F orsand is beautifully situated at the crossroads of the famous Lysefjorden and the slightly less renowned Høgsfjorden. From the village, you can gaze across to two of Norway’s most iconic attractions, the Preikestolen and Kjeragbolten mountains. This speaks volumes about the landscape that surrounds the 500 inhabitants.

Village Snapshot
Residents ~500
Landscape Fjord & Mountain
Region Ryfylke
Municipality Sandnes
Nearest city Stavanger — 50 min
County Rogaland
Signature Preikestolen views

Fjord Life

Living along these stunning fjords means you can swim, fish, boat, or simply enjoy the aquatic environment. There is no shortage of hiking opportunities and incredible views around Forsand. For those who love trekking, there are many well-marked hiking trails. Vikastakken, Uburen, and Sollifjellet, located just across from Preikestolen, are popular mountain hikes offering fantastic views of Lysefjorden.

Ferry at the Forsand dock with mountains in the background

The ferry at Forsand — gateway to the Lysefjord. Photo: Franz Clemens, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Red houses along the fjord near Forsand
Photo: Mark König on Unsplash

Forsand boasts a school, a sports clubs grocery stores, and a guest harbor, as well as several accommodation options. There is also a high-speed boat connection from Forsand to small settlements along Lysefjorden, Lysebotn, and Stavanger.

People here are used to traveling by the local ferry. It is a car and passenger ferry that runs between Lysebotn, Forsand and Lauvvik in the Lysefjord. Also, from Forsand it’s easy to visit nearby towns such as Jørpeland and Stavanger.

Ancient Roots

The village has a history that stretches far back in time, very far indeed! Profound archaeological discoveries from the Bronze Age, Iron Age, and the Migration Period have been made here. Excavations reveal that there has been continuous settlement in this area for over 2000 years. Based on these findings, a reconstructed village open to the public in the summer, known as the ancient village “Landa,” has been established. Here, you’ll find a Bronze Age house and a feast hall from the Migration Period, among other historical structures.

Reconstructed ancient village at Landa near Forsand

The reconstructed ancient village at Landa — 2,000 years of settlement history. Photo: Hallvard Nygård, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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Village Services

What’s Here

Services, activities, and amenities available in Forsand and within a short drive.

Public Services

IN THE VILLAGE
  • School
  • Church
  • Kindergarten
  • Sports club
  • Guest harbor
  • Grocery store

Private Services

IN THE VILLAGE
  • Accommodation
  • Grocery store

Leisure

IN THE VILLAGE
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Boating
  • Hiking trails
  • Mountain hikes

Within 45 min

REGIONAL ACCESS
  • Stavanger
  • Hospital
  • Airport
  • Shopping
Location

Where is Forsand?

Forsand sits at the junction of Lysefjorden and Høgsfjorden in Sandnes municipality, Rogaland. Connected by ferry and road to Stavanger, Jørpeland, and Lysebotn.

Forsand

Municipality Sandnes
Region Ryfylke
County Rogaland
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Sources & Credits

Photography

Main photo by Pietro Valocchi, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons. Ferry photo by Franz Clemens, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons. Fjord houses photo by Mark König on Unsplash. Landa photo by Hallvard Nygård, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.

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Text by Marion Solheim, journalist and co-founder of Freysta.