Electrifying experiences in Ryfylke

A roadless village halfway along the Lysefjord. The world's longest wooden staircase with 4,444 stairs. Exciting walks in mines. Or what about the powerful architecture at Nesflaten? These are just some of the exciting experiences of power production history you can enjoy in Ryfylke.

The history of power production in the Ryfylke region has left one of the biggest impressions in the history books. It is also a region with spectacular nature experiences, such as the Flørli stairs, the incredible mines in Allmannajuvet gorge in Sauda, and various beautiful trips into the Ryfylkeheiene moors and Setesdal from Suldal. There is a wonderful mix of nature, culture and history surrounding an important chapter in Norwegian industrial history.

Flørli

The roadless village of Flørli offers some amazing experiences in nature. You can climb the 4,444 stairs up the world's longest wooden staircase, which overlooks the stunning Lysefjord. You can also learn about the industrial community that emerged and how people lived in the small village in the 1900s.

Hike to Flørlitrappene and Rallarstien in the Lysefjord

In Flørli in the Lysefjord, Ryfylke, you'll find the world's longest wooden staircase (Flørli Stairs) with 4,444 steps. A demanding but family-friendly hike.

Café & kiosk in Flørli

Kraft Kafé & Kiosk in Flørli i Lysefjorden is an intimate and original café serving coffee, cakes, waffles, lunch and traditional Norwegian dinner.

Sauda

Sauda is situated in the Ryfylke region, and its history stretches back to the last Ice Age, when the first people set foot in the area. Nowadays the region is most known for its mining industry in the 1800s and industrialisation in the 1900s, which left its mark on the current urban community. You can explore the exciting mines in Allmannajuvet gorge, discover the war memorials in the village of Saudasjøen, or enjoy excellent local cuisine from the Kraft Kafe in Sauda.

Industrial Workers Museum and Åbøbyen in Sauda (Ryfylkemuseet)

Åbøbyen in Sauda in Ryfylke, is one of the best-preserved residential areas for industrial and office workers built during the establishment of energy-intensive industry in Norway.

Guided tours Allmannajuvet, Sauda

Join a guided tour in Allmannajuvet in Sauda, Ryfylke. It will be daily guiding throughout the summer season. Listen to the story of the mining adventure and get a taste of how life inside the mines was in the late 1800's.

Mining gallery in Allmannajuvet in Sauda

The Allmannajuvet zinc mines are located along the Norwegian Scenic Route Ryfylke in Sauda. The famous Swiss architect Peter Zumthor has designed the facility.

Spelhustoppen - hike

The old travel path to Spelhustoppen was used as a traffic artery for the Germans during World War II, and is today called "Tyskerstien".

Summer cafe at Allmannajuvet, Sauda

Summer open cafè in Allmannajuvet, Sauda. Exciting café building with a great view.

Suldal

Suldal is situated right in the heart of southern Fjord Norway, a short drive from Haugesund, Stavanger and Bergen. The municipality boasts an array of wild nature, mountains, award-winning architecture, salmon rivers and lively villages. Using the Energihotellet hotel as a point of departure, you can experience the entire region and discover what the power industry has meant for local communities, while experiencing the region’s wild nature, rich culture and fascinating history.