Sletta village
Alver · Nordhordland · Vestland

Sletta

Howdy,Cowboy!

A midst well-tended farms, where sheep graze in the summertime on a soft carpet of green, a picturesque scene unfolds. A gentle breeze causes the American flag to dance in the wind, amidst a backdrop of a few small houses – including a prison. Across the road there is a white church. Once these buildings were used by Norwegian-Americans in North Dakota and Minnesota. Welcome to Sletta.

Village Snapshot
Residents ~400
Landscape Fjord & Mountains
Region Nordhordland
Municipality Alver
Nearest city Bergen — ~1 hour
Island Radøy
County Vestland
Known for The Western Norway Emigration Centre

Space Enough for Throwing that Lasso

The 50 kids at the local school are probably way better at lassoing and archering than their fellow pupils in other villages. After all, their neighbor is The Western Norway Emigration Centre. A lot of activies goes on at “the prairie village at Radøy”.

The Western Norway Emigration Centre’s prairie village at Sletta on Radøy
Photo: Marion Solheim

The Norwegian-American houses (the church, saloon, doctors’ office and prison) were erected by Norwegian-Americans in Minnesota and Dakota between 1860 and 1920. The builings were in use for many years, but in the end they stood empty. Finally, the village was dismantled and shipped across the world, finding its final destination at Sletta.

Norwegian-American village buildings at Sletta

Photo: Marion Solheim

As for the people of Sletta, they enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities. There are many beautiful hiking trails and fjord activities. It’s for sure peaceful and spacious in Sletta. But bustling big city Bergen is within reach for those who need a change of scenery once in a while.

Farmland and fjord landscape near Sletta on Radøy

Photo: Marion Solheim

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Village Services

What’s Here

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

Public Services

IN THE VILLAGE
  • Bus
  • Church
  • Kindergarten
  • Primary school

Private Services

IN THE VILLAGE
  • Grocery store

Leisure

IN THE VILLAGE
  • Lake/river fishing
  • Sea fishing
  • Small boat harbour
  • Soccer club

Within 45 min

REGIONAL ACCESS
  • Dentist
  • Doctor's office
  • High school
  • Junior high school
  • Library
  • Swimming pool
  • Vinmonopolet (wine and liquor shop)
  • Electric car charging
  • Fitness center
  • Gas station
  • Hotel/guesthouse
  • Movie theater
  • Pharmacy
  • Pub
  • Restaurant/cafe
  • Shopping center
  • Choir
  • Frisbee golf
  • Game hunting
  • Golf
  • Handball
  • Shooting range
  • Volleyball
Location

Where is Sletta?

Despite its seemingly remote location, Sletta is conveniently located within an hour’s drive from the city of Bergen. Situated on the island of Radøy, the village is home to approximately 400 residents. The landscape of Sletta differs from the rugged, mountainous terrain typically found along the west coast. Here, a fusion of fjord and prairie-like elements creates a nice ambiance. Farms dot the landscape, offering panoramic views of the fjord, while towering trees line the narrow road here and there.

Sletta

Municipality Alver
Region Nordhordland
County Vestland
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Photography

Photography by Marion Solheim.

Text

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