5 picks for the perfect camping holiday in Stavanger

The oil capital of Stavanger is an attractive, brightly-coloured destination for young and old alike. There is much to discover and experience both in the city of Stavanger itself and the surrounding area. So, a ferry trip from Hirtshals to Stavanger is a great starting point for a lovely camping holiday, together with your other half, your friends or your family.

Family holiday at Kongeparken Camping

Kongeparken Camping is located right next to Kongeparken amusement park at Ålgård. Less than half an hour after driving off Fjord Line's ship in Risavika, Stavanger, you'll arrive at this beautiful campsite, where you can choose between renting a cabin or spending the night in your motorhome or tent.

Kongeparken Camping has many facilities, including a large sanitary installation and playground. It is centrally located, with good access to popular destinations such as Preikestolen and Kjeragbolten.

In the immediate vicinity you'll find, as mentioned, Kongeparken, Western Norway's biggest amusement park. Here, the whole family can enjoy themselves from sunrise to sunset with over 60 different experiences and activities on offer. In Kongeparken you can experience the magical chocolate factory, where kids can make their own chocolate, and where you can test drive a bobsleigh or give Norway's largest carousel, Humla, a whirl. Here, everything is in place for a terrific family holiday.

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Centrally located Mosvangen Camping

Mosvangen Camping is located less than 20 minutes by car from Fjord Line's port in Stavanger. The campsite is situated beside the beautiful Mosvatnet lake and offers pitches for both tents and motorhomes in addition to cabin rentals.

The campsite has well-maintained sanitary installations and a range of other facilities on offer including a playground and barbecue area. It's also very easy to reach central Stavanger from the site, either by car and public transport.

Here you'll be staying in beautiful surroundings with expansive outdoor leisure areas at your feet, making this campsite ideal for both relaxation and recreation. The site neighbours the popular Gamlingen swimming pool, and there's a shop right next door. In other words, here you have everything you need for a wonderful camping holiday.

Unique experience at Preikestolen Camping

After your arrival in Stavanger, a roughly 45-minute drive will bring you to a completely unique camping experience at Preikestolen Camping in Jørpeland. The campsite is situated right next to the famous Preikestolen and offers a stunning view over Lysefjorden. Here, you can rent cabins as well pitches for tents and motorhomes.

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The location boasts a large, well maintained and fully-equipped sanitary installation, a restaurant and a souvenir shop. Enjoy activities such as walking, kayaking and angling in the surrounding area, or make the trip into Stavanger and experience vibrant city life.

Seaside fun at Ølberg Camping

Just fifteen minutes from Risavikaharbouryou'll find Ølberg Camping at Sola. Here, both cabin rentals and the option of staying overnight in a motorhome or tent is provided. The site offers great facilities, including a smart sanitary installation and a playground for the kids.

The campsite is right next to Ølberg beach, which is very family-friendly; both shallow and sheltered from the biggest waves. Nearby there is also a restaurant and kiosk, good fishing spots and many great routes for exploring the beautiful landscape of Jæren on foot or by bike.

Beach break at Bore Strandcamping

About 25 minutes from the harbour in Stavanger you'll find the municipality of Klepp, where the lovely campsite Bore Strandcamping is located. Here, both young and old are guaranteed a fun-packed holiday.

Choose between a rented cabin or your own tent or motorhome, and make use of the smart sanitary installation with free showers, toilets and communal kitchen.

The campsite is right next to one of Norway's longest sandy beaches, stretching several kilometres along the coast. A gorgeous location for taking walks or spending a lazy day on the beach. The conditions are also excellent for surfers and those who'd like to give the sport a try. Boredom is out of the question when you can take a surfing course and rent equipment at Bore Surf Senter.

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