Drive it Yourself: Egersund to Dalen
Explore hidden valleys and high peaks when driving between two of the most attractive towns in Southern Norway.
The Hidden North
North European travel guide
Population 11,511 / 58.2 degrees north
Egersund, Norway
Egersund is one of the most charming towns on Norway’s south coast. It’s historic town centre is worth walking through, and it has a number of charming shops and cafes.
Fun Facts About Egersund
Latitude: 58.2 degrees north
Population: 11,511
Hottest Month: July
Coldest Month: February
Wettest Month: December
Windiest Month: October
Annual Precipitation: 2108mm
Eigersund Municipality
In this Travel Guide...
Things to See & Do
Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Egersund
Egersund Pottery Museum
Located just outside the town centre, this museum is about the Egersund pottery factory that was established here in the mid-19th century. The museum even sells some of the original ceramics.
Egersund Church
There has been a church here since at least 1292, though the current church is from the 1620s.
Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences
Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!
Road-Trips
Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Egersund
The Fv44 from Stavanger to Flekkefjord
Follow this scenic drive that includes the Jæren Tourist Road.
Self-Guided Walks
We currently do not have any self-guided walks available in Egersund
Egersund on YouTube
Watch our YouTube videos featuring Egersund
Uniquely Egersund
Here are some things that you must do and try in Egersund
Egersund Historic Centre
Egersund’s historic town centre has some charming wooden houses. The main street, Strandgaten, is where you find many of the houses.
History of Egersund
Egersund was an important port and had dense settlement already in the Viking Age. Egersund is also believed to be an important place for pagan worship. Egersund didn’t receive city status until 1798, when it received trading rights and was able to build a customs station.
Egersund Today
Egersund has one of Norway’s better natural harbours and is one of Norway’s largest fishing ports in terms of quantity of fish landing here. Ceramics is still an important industry for Egersund.
Travel Information
Getting Here
Fly: No airport. The closest airport is at Stavanger.
Drive: Egersund is located just off the E39 running along the west coast of Norway. It is also the end point of the Jaeren Tourist Road, one of Norway’s 18 national tourist roads.
Train: Egersund has a train station with trains linking the town with Stavanger and Kristiansand.
Ferry: No ferry access
Getting Around
Egersund is walkable.
Shops
Auduns Antikk is an awesome antique shop with many Norwegian treasures. It’s a good place to find vintage Egersund ceramics.
Places to Eat
Cafes & Bakeries
Egersund Chocolate Shop is a must!
Quick Bites
Reasonable Restaurants
High End & Unique Eats
Places to Stay
All my hotel recommendations are based on research and experience. I don’t recommend somewhere unless I think it is wonderful! The Hidden North focuses on accommodation that provides good quality for price or offer local or unique experiences.
Lodges & B&Bs
Chains & Mid-Range
High End & Unique Properties
Grand Hotel is the 19th century historic hotel in town and probably the best choice.
Sunrise/Sunset & Weather Averages
January
Sunrise: 9:12am
Sunset: 4:18pm
Average Temperature: -1C (30F)
February
Sunrise: 8:09am
Sunset: 5:31pm
Average Temperature: -1C (30F)
March
Sunrise: 6:53am
Sunset: 6:37pm
Average Temperature: 2C (36F)
April
Sunrise: 6:25am
Sunset: 8:48pm
Average Temperature: 6C (43F)
May
Sunrise: 5:09am
Sunset: 9:56pm
Average Temperature: 9C (48F)
June
Sunrise: 4:28am
Sunset: 10:44pm
Average Temperature: 13C (55F)
July
Sunrise: 4:52am
Sunset: 10:30pm
Average Temperature: 15C (59F)
August
Sunrise: 5:56am
Sunset: 9:23pm
Average Temperature: 14C (57F)
September
Sunrise: 7:04am
Sunset: 7:56pm
Average Temperature: 12C (54F)
October
Sunrise: 8:11am
Sunset: 6:31pm
Average Temperature: 7C (45F)
November
Sunrise: 8:24am
Sunset: 4:16pm
Average Temperature: 4C (39F)
December
Sunrise: 9:19am
Sunset: 3:42pm
Average Temperature: 0C (32F)
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