Hike to Akrasanden Beach

Discover Haugesund's local insights and take an invigorating walk along one of Norway's most beautiful beaches. This is a hike along the nature and heritage trail that runs from the village of Åkra to the village of Ferkingstad. Cultural and historical monuments lie in abundance between Åkra and the boathouse ruins at Hop. After a panoramic tour through the city, you head to Åkra beach, where you hike begins. It was voted one of the most beautiful beaches in Norway, and from here you can enjoy the view of the white, soft sand stretching along the shore. The hike follows a natural path, where you can see and sense the rich fauna and birdlife. You will also walk over to a historical area, dating back to the Viking Age. Here you will see stone monuments symbolizing the two daughters of King Augvald, one of Norway's Viking kings and then continue to the charming boat harbor, built in the 1960's. Your hike finishes at Fisherman's Memorial, a monument symbolizing local fishermen who lost their lives at sea, from where you will rejoin your coach for the return drive.