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ACTIVITIES IN ULVIK Ulvik offers an ideal terrain for hiking, suitable for both beginners and the more experienced. The Tourist Office arranges guided walks and strolls through the village throughout the season.
BIRD WATCHING A rich variety of common and less common birds are to be observed in the various biotopes in the area. The wide forest-clad areas around Ulvik are easily accessible on foot and should be visited. There is an observation cabin from where you can study the birds at your leasure.
THE HERITAGE TRAILS IN ULVIK Four areas in Ulvik have been made accessible to the general public, presenting various reminiscences from ancient times, such as stone covered grave mounds, a cotter's farm and a restored country mill.
FJORD CRUISE ON THE HARDANGERFJORD Daily evening cruises in the summer. Starts at the quay of Rica Brakanes Hotel.
UPPHEIM FARM The hosts at Uppheim Farm have opened their home for coffe guests and give you a unique chance to experience what life on a farm in Ulvik is like.
HJELTNES GARTNARSKULE (Horticultural College) Hjeltnes Gartnarskule is the oldest horticultural college in Norway, founded in 1901. The college is surrounded by an inviting park with a rose and herb garden. The college also has an orchard with different old apple trees.
Contact Ulvik tourist office for more information, http://www.visitulvik.com/ |
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| The heritage trails. |
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| Ulvik Church, consecrated in 1859. |
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| Fjord cruise with "Stein Viking" |
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| Uppheim farm |
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| Hjeltnes Gartnarskule | |