Askvoll

About

The village of Askvoll is the administrative centre of the municipality of Askvoll in Sogn & Fjordane. It is located at the mainland in the municipality that stretches from Bulandet in the west to Førde at east. In Askvoll you will find a bank, pharmacy, dentist, veterinarian and several shops.

Askvoll Fjordhotell is located in the centre of Askvoll. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation and also has a restaurant. Askvoll Sjøbuer is beautiful located by the seaside and offer a wide selection of different dishes.

Værlandet – Bulandet

From Askvoll you can take a ferry to Værlandet, a popular daytrip from Askvoll. Værlandet and Bulandet are popular destinations for activities such as walking, biking, kayaking and fishing. The Norwegian Seabird Centre is located at Værøyhamna. The exhibition at Norwegian Seabird Center shows that the fate of man is tied together with the fate of the seabirds along the coast of Norway.

Walking and hiking

In Askvoll you will find spectacular walking and hiking trails. Belgja (1304 masl) is the highest peak in the area. From the top you can see all the way to Jostedalsbreen and the 7 mountains surrounding Bergen 100 km in distance. Alden, also knowned as “the Norwegian horse”, is one of the most significant sailingmarks on the western coast of Norway. The mountain rises straight out of the ocean 481 m above sea level and is visible from more than a 100 km away. From the top you can enjoy a spectacular 360 degree view. Værlandet Gjestehamn offer transfer to Alden. If you are looking for an easy hike you can walk one of the North Sea Trail.