The nature in Havlandet is truly breathtaking with its skerries and spectacular mountains. This is a place where you can go sea fishing, crab fishing, visit Norway’s southernmost bird cliffs in Runde, kayak your way around the islands, join a seal safari, dive for treasures in crystal-clear waters, go on gentle mountain hikes with spectacular views from 3 – 400 metres up in, and enjoy the breathtaking sunsets. If you're looking for more speed and excitement, we can also offer rib boat tours, paintball and bumperballs. The Sunnmørsbadet in Fosnavåg is the largest bathing facility in Central Norway, and is very popular for families with children. Havlandet boasts a number of fine sandy beaches with great views, not to mention kelp forests to explore and a seaweed safari where you learn to prepare food from seaweed and kelp. At Runde Environment Centre, you can experience the Runde treasure, and see the gold coins that were brought up from the sea many years ago after a ship sank outside Runde. At Leikong, you can visit Roskarristinga, the only of its kind in Sunnmøre, and more than 2000 years old! At Herøy Gard you will be taken right back to the 15th century. Here you can stroll around the estate and learn what life was like in this old market town and in the ancient monasteries.
A seventy-year old restored barn in Nærøy is home to landscape photographer Kristoffer Nærø Ytterland's own gallery. Meirennusenord Løda is beautiful both inside and out, with a particularly authentic and well-preserved interior. A great spot for immersing yourself in the Herøy and Sunnmøre landscapes - both on the walls and on the big screen. Please contact Kristoffer if you would like to visit Løda outside normal opening hours.
+47 97755370 kytterland@mimer.no
In Havlandet, it's not about how high you climb but where you get the best view. You can hike across the heather-clad moors towards the sea, or across larger plains if you are hiking in Gurskøya, the largest island in Herøy. Havlandet offers a pleasant mix of steep, wild terrain and gentle mountain hikes. Common to all the hikes are the magical view of the ocean and the other islands in Havlandet.
If you want to go fishing on your own, boats of various sizes are available for rental in Havlandet. Lanternen Marina, +47 70085250, Rorbuda, Herøy Kystcamp, +47 92857929, and Havopplevelse.no, +47 48144111
Havlandet offers excellent and varied spots for diving. In good weather, you can spend a long time at sea. You could even hunt for more treasures outside Runde! When the sea is at its calmest, the caves in the bird cliff at Runde are well worth exploring, and the underwater scenes are particularly colourful. Members of the Herøy Diving Club know the waters around Havlandet well!
Join the boat trip with Aquila and Johan in the waters around the bird cliff in Runde. From an open fishing boat, experience the birds on the bird cliffs up close, and when the sea is calm, the boat will take you in to the cave at Rundebranden. To book a boat trip, call +47 700 85 905
+47 915 68 576 johan.moltu@gmail.com
Havlandet offers a wide range of bathing options: The Sunnmørsbadet water park is a good choice, and you will find plenty of good sandy beaches and smooth rockpools there. Mulevika, Nautøya, Sandesanden and Runde. The water may not be warm, but at least it's fresh and clean!
Sunnmørsbadet is open every day – all year round! It is central Norway’s largest water park! It boasts several swimming pools, slides and activities for everyone in the family. Children’s pool, Jacuzzi, slides and outdoor area. Own café with Norway’s best Fish & Chips!
+47 70080570 post@sunnmorsbadet.no
Kunstmaskina is located in Ura in the town of Fosnavåg. It comprises a gallery, an art studio and a shop selling art souvenirs. The art studio runs courses and workshops on various art forms, which are adapted to different target groups. Kunstmaskina can also offer services in graphic design and interior design advice. Welcome to Kunstmaskina!
kunstmaskina@gmail.com
Culture is an important part of life for people living in Havlandet. Here you will find both Fosnavåg Concert Hall, which holds concerts throughout the year, and Herøy Kulturhus, home to a busy culture school in the municipality. Herøy Kystmuseum is a true gem that can take you on a long and exciting journey into the local history, and every July this history is told through an open-air performance known as Herøyspelet.
Download our audio guide for Havlandet and listen to the enchanting stories on your mobile while you walk! The transmission is GPS-controlled and starts when you approach the set-off point. Use it in the car, boat or on foot while travelling around in Havlandet.
Do you have a wetcard? You can sign up for Herøy Kayak Club and borrow kayaks and equipment for your trip for up to 3 days for free. Herøy Katak Club runs kayakking courses and club tours.
post@heroykajakk.no
Many flock to Havlandet to surf the impressive waves that you can find in the local area in the surroundings of Runde. Kite surfing is also a popular activity here. The waters in and around Havlandet is perfect for kayaking and diving if you want crystal-clear waters.
In Havlandet, you can kayak in the sea when it's calm, or between the islands, islets and skerries on windier days. Often, you can paddle across the sand banks where the water turns a clear turquoise - it's almost like being in the Caribbean! Havopplevelse.no in Fosnavåg rents out kayaks. Contact +47 481 44 111, or email post@havopplevelse.no
Join the daily rib tours during the summer season to the bird cliff in Runde, setting off from the hotel quay in Fosnavåg.
+47 481 44 111 post@havopplevelse.no
First check if there any boats heading into the mouth of Fosnavåg Harbour. If clear, press the button - wait one minute – and the 30-metre-long footbridge will take you to the other side. A whole new district will open up before you, allowing you to take an exciting walk around Våje.
Bergsøy IL aims to turn Herøy and Fosnavåg into a better place to live. The association is active in football, athletics and handball. Havila Stadion is located on Bergsøya, close to Sunnmørsbadet and Fosnavåg Kulturhus. The premises are available for hire. A sports venue open to everyone!
+47 995 66 987 hovedstyret@bergsoy.no
Havlandet is located in one of the largest and most important fishing grounds in Norway. Here you can go sea fishing, crab fishing, or enjoy fresh fish in the local restaurants or directly from the Meny store in the centre of Fosnavåg. You can fish from quays or bridges, in rockpools or in deep water from a boat. Boat rental available if required.
Herøy Kystlag Slippen is based in Fosnavåg in Sunnmøre, in an older drop-off facility at Fosnavåg harbour. It was established in 1992. Kystlaget own and also run the three guest piers in the centre of Fosnavåg.
+47 906 58 517 robert@voldnes.no
Join us on a trip to the heart of Herøy and Havlandet and experience the historical events and places our forefathers visited more than 1,000 years ago.
+47 480 46 338 kystmuseum@heroy.kommune.no
Herøy Kayak Club provides a great list of paddle guides available in Havlandet. Here you can get info on parking, picnic areas and warnings about currents and wave conditions. Make sure you read the paddle rules before paddling out!
post@heroykajakk.no
Havopplevelse Fosnavåg boat takes you on sightseeing tours in Havlandet. Skreddaren heads out to the fish restaurant Kami Skotholmen from the hotel pier in Fosnavåg, and Olden can take you on a sightseeing tour to Runde.
+47 481 44 111 post@havopplevelse.no