Tysvær is renowned for its many long and winding fjords, and numerous idyllic beauty spots.
The nature in Tysvær is both beautiful and dramatic.
Photo: Tove V. Bråthen
Sveio is renowned for its freshwater and fjord-angling areas.
Photo: Tove V. Bråthen
Tysvær
The spectacular nature of Tyvær has through the ages been a source of inspiration and pleasure for all kinds of people. One such person was the artist Lars Hertervig (1830 – 1902) who was born on the island of Borgøy and became known as the painter of light. Allow yourself to be similarly inspired by Borgøy, which is only 5 minutes by boat from the mainland.
Cleng Peerson led the first wave of emigration to America in 1825, and many followed in his footsteps searching for a new life in a new land. Cleng Peerson’s house at Sandbekken and the exhibition “Journey to America” at Aksdal serve as illustrations of this historical epoch. The Arquebus War History Museum is home to Norway’s largest collection of artefacts dedicated to the occupation during World War II. Tysværtunet Centre houses an indoor swimming pool and water slide, a climbing wall, concert hall and cinema, as well as art exhibitions.
Tysvær is renowned for its many long and winding fjords, and numerous idyllic beauty spots. 220 kilometres of coastline with constantly changing nature such as smooth sloping rocks, heather uplands, mountains and hills, deep fjords, and a cultural landscape rich in tradition, are but some of the great experiences to be found here. Using a rod or a hand-line, it is possible to freely go saltwater fishing from the shoreline or from a boat at any time of the year. Tysvær has a welldeveloped network of hiking trails which range from demanding summit hikes to child-friendly strolls.
TYSVÆR MUNICIPALITY
Coastline: 220 km
Area: 419 km2
Inhabitants: 9.400
Main industries: Oil refining, construction & development, trade.
Highest point: Lammanuten – 631 metres above sea level.