10 tips for rainy days

 Rainy weather is a large part of the Fjord Coast and Western part of Norway, and the coastal location makes the area prone to rain and wind. 

But if you are tired of the rain, do not fear, there are plenty of activities and attractions accessible despite grey weather. Here are our 10 recommendations for a rainy day on the Fjord Coast. 

 

Visit Museums and Galleries 

Visit one of the many museums and galleries we have at the Fjord Coast. The museums will offer an insight into an interesting culture and history where you can get a peek at the everyday life on the coast - from the Stone Age to Age of Oil, or listen to dramatic stories from the Second World War through authentic sound and video recording. Or maybe you want to get a holistic image of the everyday life in the island communities along the Fjord Coast? 

 Måløyraid Center is situated in Måløy in Kinn municipality. Photo: Måløyraid Center. 

 

Experience the fascinating weather 

Put on your raincoat and experience the fast-changing weather. You will find well-marked walking trails throughout the entire region, whether you are looking for a longer trip, or if you just want to get some fresh air. Is there anything more fun than letting children jump in puddles or create dams? After the trip, you can relax with a big cup of hot chocolate and watch a tv show. There are plenty of exciting and interesting documentaties from our region. 

 Experience the rainy and windy weather in Solund. Photo: Lillian Herland 

 

A taste of local specialities along the Fjord Coast 

The restaurant situated on the Fjord Coast have menus that focus on local produce, coastal culture, and culinary treasures. They offer everything from specialties from the sea and international delicacies that highlight the fresh produce. You might be tempted to try something new or wish to try the best the sea has to offer. Try a local speciality or an international course - the choice is yours! 

 

Visit your local library 

Visit your local library, borrow comforting books, movies, and audiobooks and enjoy them under a blanket with a cup of hot chocolate while you listen to the rain outside. 

 Relax inside while listening to the rainy weather outside. Photo: Lillian Herland 

Beach clean-up along the Fjord Coast 

Put on your raincoat and visit the beach to gather the things you find lying in the shoreline. You might want to contribute to minimizing the marine debris along the Fjord Coast. A beach clean-up is a vital tool to keep the ocean clean and free of waste. You can also contribute to increasing the awareness around the importance of sustaining our nature. Registrer your cleaning at Fjordane Friluftsråd´s website here 

Beach clean-up together with Fjordane Friluftsråd. Photo: Fjordane Friluftsråd 

 

Join a round-trip to the local Island

A rainy day is a perfect time to experience the amazing Islands while still staying dry inside the boat. Experience the majestic mountains and the open ocean along the Fjord Coast by joining the local postal boat delivering mail, or experience the island outside of Florø by taking a round trip with the local transportation. Norled also conncts the Fjord Coast with their daily departures from along the region. 

 Island hopping to the local Island. Photo: Kieran Kolle. 

 

Fishing 

Rain and drizzle are usually considering perfect conditions for fishing and our region is a gold mine for recreational fishing. You can fish in the sea, rivers as well as lakes, and you can catch fishes such as mackerel, saithe, cod, haddock, ling, crabs and crayfish. If you throw the fishing line deep enough, you might also catch halibut and anglerfish. Fishing during the winter is a unique experience and often leads people to catching the biggest fish. 

Fishing has always been an essential part of the communities along the coast. There are still traditional conditions and island where fishing is the most important source of income among. You will find cabins, cottages, fisherman´s cabins, and sea houses that offer terrific conditions for fishing holidays. These are located close by the ocean and gives you access to boats as well as facilities and equipment to prepare and store the fish you catch. You can also join a local fisherman on a guided fishing trip and get tips on the best fishing spots. Several of the accommodation establishments offer guided fishing trips on request. 

Safety on the sea
The weather along the coast can change quickly. Always look at the weather reports, bring warm clothes and necessary safety equipment before going on a fishing trip. 

 Fishing. Photo: Eivind Hauge 

 

Coasteering along the coast

Experience nature from a whole new angle and challenge yourself both in watr and on islets. Coasteering is a combination of freediving, swimming, rock jumping and bouldering. The activity that can be adapted to fit all ages. 

Quality assured coasteering trips
We ask you to contact companies that have quality assured coasteering trip to make sure that the activity is completed in a responsible matter. These companies will provide equipment to complete the activity safetly while still giving you an exciting experience. 
 

Move around in the water and along skerries in the shorelines. Photo: Lillian Herland 

 

Rain and storm watching during the winter season 

The winter on the Fjord Coast is often a combination of stormy weather and incredible winter light. The most reliable time to enjoy the storms is from November through Febuary. We call the winter storm season - and it is impressive. Cold weather with snow is a rare sight in this region. Windy weather, on the other hand, is of a frequent occurrence! Being the most stormy area in the southern part of Norway, the region offers spectacular nature experiences! Light a fire in your fireplace, find a warm blanket and enjoy a hot beverage together with your family or friends. It is fascinating to watch the waves hit the shore. More information here. 

 Winter and storm along the Fjord Coast. Photo: David Zadig 

 

Finish your day with a beverage at a local café, brewery or restaurant 

Few things are better than ending your day with a beverage inside. You can enjoy everything from local beer to wine from exotic countries. Combine the drink with a meal from local produce. Here is a list along the Fjord Coast. 

You can even make this experience into a day-long activity by visiting the Fjord´s Brewery Route. The route includes fjord, mountain, and the coast and consists of 3 breweries that make exquisite handcrafted beer and cider as well as delicious local food. You can travel along the brewery route or visit the breweries separately. Purchase a FJORDcard to travel easy and affordable from one place to another on the route. The card allows you to travel as much as you want with the express boat between Bergen - Nordfjord and Bergen and Sogn over th course of 5 days. 

 Kinn Bryggeri. Photo: Anne May Waage