Bjerkreim
Accommodation in Bjerkreim
Gneiss landscapes, marked trails and waterside experiences define Bjerkreim. The municipality is one of the five municipalities in the Magma UNESCO Global Geopark; the others are Eigersund, Sokndal, Lund and Flekkefjord. If you are looking for a holiday rental in the region, you can tailor your holiday to these different aspects of the destination—for example, hiking, fishing, winter activities or culture.
Gneiss landscapes and trails through the municipality
Vinjakula lies in the northeast of Bjerkreim, on the border with Gjesdal. At 907 metres, the summit is the highest point in the Magma UNESCO Global Geopark. The panorama and rugged gneiss landscape give this part of the municipality a distinctive character. A hiking map shows marked trails through Bjerkreim’s natural and cultural landscape. A total of 520 kilometres of trails are marked, including 420 kilometres in Bjerkreim municipality. If hiking is a particular interest on your trip, this provides a practical guide for exploring the municipality.
One example is the marked trail to Storrsheia: it starts at the E39 by Storrsheivatnet, and the outward journey is estimated to take about 30 minutes. The Gloppedalsura Via Ferrata leads into the heart of Northern Europe’s largest boulder scree. Allow about 1.5 to 2 hours for the circular route. These times refer to different experiences and can help you plan your day accordingly.
Fishing, the lake and activities throughout the year
The Bjerkreimselva has a total of 54 kilometres of fishable water. At Gjedlakleiva, where the E39 crosses the river, fishing facilities are available for people with disabilities. If you want to make time by the water the focus of your stay, you can consider this fishing spot as well as the activities at Ørsdalsvatnet. The 17-kilometre-long lake is a starting point for boat trips, hikes and summit tours, as well as trips to abandoned farms and hamlets. M/K Ørsdølen now operates as a tourist boat on Ørsdalsvatnet in Bjerkreim.
Stavtjørn also offers different activities depending on the season. In summer, activities include canoeing, SUP, hiking and mountain hikes; fishing and swimming at the popular Grøttelandsfossen are also among the options described. In winter, Stavtjørn has a ski lift, downhill runs and cross-country ski trails suitable for everyone. So if outdoor activities are your main consideration when choosing a holiday rental, you can think about whether a summer or winter stay better suits your interests.
Market traditions and local history
The Bjerkreimsmarken is an annual event, held every year on the last weekend in September in Vikeså, Bjerkreim. The long-standing market features exhibitions of animals and agricultural machinery, music and dance by local performers, competitions, arts and crafts, and local food. It offers a glimpse into local traditions alongside the municipality’s nature and outdoor activities.
Kløgetvedttunet combines a working farm with an open-air museum. Visitors can see restored buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. There are no regular opening hours; guided tours for groups and individuals can be arranged by contacting the cultural affairs office or the service department of Bjerkreim municipality. If you plan to visit, contacting them in advance is therefore part of the planning.
Explore places further
The tourist information office for the municipality is at Vikeså Veiservice (ESSO), directly off the E39 in Vikeså. To find out more about the local area, you can also visit the pages for Vikeså and Bjerkreim. This lets you connect your search for a suitable holiday rental with the experiences you want to focus on during your stay in Bjerkreim.
For the broader travel overview: Rogaland.
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