Egersund
Norway · Rogaland FylkeNO
Town in Rogaland, Norway
Egersund is a town in Eigersund Municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The town is located along the southwestern coast of Norway, about 75 kilometres (47 mi) south of the city of Stavanger. The town is situated along a strait which separates the mainland from the island of Eigerøya. From 1838 until 1964, the town was also an independent municipality.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 11,902
- Coordinates
- 58.451, 6.000
- Timezone
- Europe/Oslo
- Elevation
- 42 m
Overview of Egersund
Egersund — a compact town in Rogaland Fylke, Norway — is worth a place on your map. It counts about 11,902 residents. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. What stands out most: sports, nature and culture. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Egersund
Sports in Egersund
(4)Sports lovers get Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Walking Trails. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Egersund. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Nature in Egersund
(3)Egersund records Forest, Mountains and Walkways under nature. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Egersund. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Culture in Egersund
(1)Looking for culture? Egersund has Historical Sites. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Egersund.
Water Sports in Egersund
(1)Looking for water sports? Egersund has Sailboats. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Egersund's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Egersund
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. Museums, food and nightlife keep Egersund viable all year.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Rogaland Fylke plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Europe/Oslo on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Egersund that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Egersund known for?
- Travellers associate Egersund with sports, nature and culture. It sits in Rogaland Fylke, Norway and counts about 11,902 residents.
- What can you do in Egersund?
- Egersund is tagged with Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails, Walking Trails and Forest, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Egersund?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. Museums, food and nightlife keep Egersund viable all year.
- Where is Egersund located?
- Egersund belongs to Rogaland Fylke, Norway, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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