Far out in the ocean gap, you can find the green, and gras covered, island Kinn, and its church and characteristic mountain site Kinnaklova. The excellent walking paths and hikes, and the short travel from Florø make Kinn a very popular destination all year around.
The area around Kinn was the central herring region in Norway during large parts of the 19th century. At its height, there were about 15 000 people living on Kinn island and the surrounding islands during the herring season. There are currently only a couple of people who live on Kinn island full time.
The island is the home of the beautiful stone church from the Middle Ages. The church was renovated from 2018 to 2020. The mythical church is built in a roman building style, and has been used since the 12th century. This is the oldest church in Sunnfjord Region, and was traditionally linked to the legend of St. Sunniva and the Selju Menn.
The church sits at the base of the steep mountain of Kinn, and the massive Kinnaklova is its nearest neighbour. The famous cleft cliff of Kinn is famous along the coast, as its charecteristic shape has always been a guide for sailors along our coast.
Local boats to Kinn
Travel to Kinn and let yourself be captivated – by the island, its story, the medieval church and the stunning scenery!
From the coastal town of Florø, the local boat weaves its way between islands and skerries, all the way to Kinn. Boats depart daily from Florø Terminal to Kinn quay – five departures every weekday and two on Saturdays and Sundays. In summer, extra sailings are added.
Check skyss.no for timetables (From: Florø Terminal To: Kinn kai).
You can buy your ticket on board. A one-way ticket costs NOK 49 for adults. Children and concessions travel half price.
Please note that all stops are request stops – you must call the boat before it departs Florø. Call +47 94 83 86 99.
Walking paths
After disembarking at Kinn, you can follow the road to the right towards Kinn Church. The walk to the church takes about 20 minutes at a leisurely pace along a 1 km gravel road. If you’re up for a longer hike, you can turn left at the first junction, or visit the church first and continue around the island from there.
The round trip around the island is suitable for both adults and children and takes about two hours. The terrain is mostly easy, though there are some steeper sections up and down Høgskaret. A marked trail leads around the island and up to 'Inste Stauren', the highest peak in Kinnaklova. From the top, the view is spectacular! Make sure to allow extra time if you plan to climb Inste Stauren.
You can also hike to the top of Kinnafjellet. The trail starts from the gravel road between the church and the quay. For more detailed hiking information, visit Ut.no.
Accomodation at Kinn
The old school building functions as a cabin for a local chapter of the Norwegian Trekking Association DNT. You can book and recive a code from DNT, Signe Nordvik at +47 41 53 05 20. Kinn is also a good place to spend the night in a tent.
Guest harbour
There is a small floating jetty right where the local boat stops at Kinn. It costs 100,- for 4 hours and 200,- for 24 hours. There’s only room for one or two boats at the quay, so the best option is to moor in Rognaldsvågen and take a dinghy across to Kinn.
Kinnaspelet
Kinnaspelet is arranged every year in June in front of Kinn church. Kinnaspelet is a historic outdoor play about love, hate, faith, and loyalty towards both the church and to people. Since its premiere in 1985, around 90 000 people have visit Kinn to watch Kinnaspelet.
Kinnaspelet is truly a spectacular experience. The natural made amphitheatre below Kinnafjellet, the sky, and the changing ocean creates a beautiful back drop for the dramatic play. The boat trip out to Kinnaspelet is without a doubt something you will remember for a long time.
GUIDED TOURS
Contact Visit Fjordkysten and the tourist office in Florø at mail@fjordkysten.no or +47 57 74 30 00 to ask about guiding.