Nesflaten

Nesflaten consists of 80 spread-out houses. There is a grocery shop, restaurant, hotel, chapel, school and daycare centre.

Nesflaten is home to Energihotellet and the offices of Hydro’s hydroelectric facilities in Røldal-Suldal. Those facilities were built in the 1960s and designed by Geir Grung.

The architect also designed the functionalist residential area that was established at the same time.

Nesflaten is a natural stop along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke or as part of the Architectural Route Sand-Røldal-Sauda.

Explore Nesflaten and the surrounding area

A taster of all the great attractions in the follows below.

To personer på en varde på toppen av Hellandsnuten.

Suldal Municipality

Suldal Municipality is located along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke. Here, you will find tall mountains, deep fjords and award-winning industrial architecture. Suldal is participating in the Sustainable Destination Program.

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Travel inspiration

Here you will find a selection of articles that give you further insight in our region. Enjoy pages of inspiration and tailor the perfect trip for you.

Unike bord og stoler som minner om klynger av sopper.

Explore Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke

The drive along Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke is a journey of contrasts. You will experience everything from fertile hillsides, steep mountains and deep fjords to industrial history, architecture and local culinary traditions.

To personer som står oppe på et fjell og ser ned på et fossefall og en fjord.

An adventurous holiday from Stavanger to Bergen, along the historic Discovery Route

Discovery Route is the historic tourist route through Fjord Norway. The route was established in the 1880s when wealthy Englishmen came to experience the spectacular landscape.

Et ufo-formet bygg med en foss i bakgrunnen.

Experience world class modern and historic architecture in Ryfylke

The Architectural Route is part of the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke, and is the only tourist route in Norway highlighting both modern and historic architecture in a day trip format. Along the route you are driving through a spectacular landscape over mountains and along fjords, rivers and lakes in Suldal, Sauda and Røldal.

Experience Norways’ national treasures by car

In Haugesund, Karmøy and Ryfylke, you can experience Viking heritage, be inspired by striking architecture and taste exquisite world-class beverages. We have put together an action-packed driving route that leads you through the cultural, historical, culinary and architectural treasures in Fjord Norway. We’ve chosen to start the driving route at Langfoss waterfall, but you can of course start your holiday wherever suits you best!

Activities near Nesflaten

There are lots of great things to do in the beautiful area around the small village.

Architecture & hydropower, Nesflaten

Nesflaten is a village in Suldal in scenic Ryfylke. The hydropower station and the workers' dwellings are some of the best-preserved examples of Norwegian functionalism.

The Architectural Route along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke

Experience world class and historic architecture while driving through a spectacular landscape over mountains and along fjords, rivers and lakes in Suldal, Sauda and Røldal in Ryfylke.

Nipe - hike in Suldal

The hike to Nipe in Suldal in Ryfylke is sometimes demanding, but because of the fantastic view of Nesflaten and Suldalsvatnet it is absolutely worth it.

Kolbeinstveit - a living museum farm in Suldal (Ryfylkemuseet)

Kolbeinstveit is an old farmstead in Suldal in Ryfylke, with farm animals and friendly hosts.

The Flesåna waterfall in Brattlandsdalen

On its way through the valley of Brattlandsdalen, the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke, Rv 13, passes the scenic area known as Flesåna.

Kvednahola on Vasshus (Ryfylkemuseet)

An old mill owned by Ryfylke Museum. Kvednahola is situated by the shop at Vasshus in Ryfylke. An exiting stop for travellers.

Hellandsnuten - hike in Suldal

Hellandsnuten (740 masl) towers majestically over the centre of Sand in Suldal, Ryfylke. It's a challenging hike with great views of the area's five fjords.

Farm shop at Fuglestein Fruktgard in Suldal

At Fuglestein Fruktgard in Suldal, Ryfylke, they produce apple cider, apple juice and apple jelly.

Fossadn

Fossadn is a beautiful waterfall situated near Gullingen in Suldal, Ryfylke. Enjoy a cold spray, if you wish!

Høsebrua bridge and Sandsfossen at Sand

Høsebrua is a pedestrian bridge across the Suldalslågen river at Sand in Ryfylke, designed by Rintala Eggertsson Architects.

The rest area Ostasteidn close in Suldal

Ostateidn is a new spectacular rest area on the north side of the Sandsfjord bridge in Suldal. It is inspired by Lars Hertervig's dramatic paintings of Ryfylke.

Bandåsen

Bandåsen is with its 513 m the highest mountain peak in the islands of Ryfylke. From Tjeltveit, the hike goes along the old road (sjoarveien) to Helgeland.

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How to get there

Are you travelling by car or public transport? Wondering how to get there? We can help you!

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Accommodation near Nesflaten

There are several accommodation options in all price classes in the area.

Energihotellet at Nesflaten

Energihotellet is idyllic located in Nesflaten in Ryfylke, and focuses on local food, culture and the history of hydroelectric power production in Suldal.

Ryfylke Fjordhotell at Sand

Ryfylke Fjordhotell is located by the sea at Sand in Suldal in the beautiful Ryfylke-region.

Mo Laksegard by Suldalslågen in Sand

Mo Laksegard is idyllically located close to the salmon river Suldalslågen, Ryfylke. Mo Laksegard offers accommodation, dining, activities and salmon fishing.

Krossvatn Turisthytte i Suldal

Krossvatn in Suldal, Ryfylke, is surrounded by fish-rich waters, mighty mountain peaks, and in the heart of Dyraheio Landscape Conservation Area.

Sandsa in Suldal

Sandsa in Ryfylke is an El Dorado for families with children in one of Suldal's most beautiful mountain pasture areas.

Jonstølen in Suldal

Jonstølen in Suldal, Ryfylke, is a paradise both in summer and winter. It's also perfect for families who want a short distance from the road.

Stranddalen Mountain Lodge

Stranddalen is Stavanger Trekking Association's gem in Suldal, Ryfylke. The cabin is beautifully located, and the hike is suitable for the whole family.

Erøy harbour

Erøy harbour is located in beautiful Erfjord in Ryfylke.

Kvanndalen Turisthytte in Suldal

Kvanndalen is an enchanting little cabin full of charm on a beautiful stølsvoll in Suldal, Ryfylke.

Bleskestadmoen in Suldal

Bleskestadmoen in Suldal is a charming cabin located on a beautiful mountain pasture surrounded by mountain birch forests and bare mountains in Ryfylke.

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