Rubbestadneset

Rubbestadneset lies in the northeast of the island of Bømlo. A marked circular walk to Stongervågen and a boathouse built in Furuneset in 1943 give the place two distinctive features: hiking and maritime heritage. When planning a hotel stay, you can consider whether you would rather focus on a hike or on the area’s local architectural history.

Location on Bømlo

Rubbestadneset lies north of the mouth of the Innværfjord in the Stokksund. The Stokksund is the strait between the islands of Bømlo and Stord. These reference points place the village within the island and fjord landscape.

Circular walk to Stongervågen

The Rubbestadneset–Stongervågen circular walk is 4.5 kilometres long and well signposted. It crosses easy terrain, with some gravel paths, and is well suited to a family outing. The starting point is the car park in Brubakken. Routes, trail conditions, suitability and parking arrangements may change; check the latest information before setting out.

Maritime heritage

A boathouse built in Furuneset in 1943 was the first building of this type in Rubbestadneset. Rubbestadneset also appears to be a core area for this type of boathouse. For those interested in architectural history, this brings together two aspects: the individual building and its specific year of construction, and the cautiously worded classification of this building type in the area.

Bømlo as a wider travel destination

Bømlo is a coastal archipelago of more than 1,000 islands. Its landscape ranges from wind-swept coastal cliffs to lush, deep forests. It stretches from Langevåg and the car-free island of Espevær in the south to Slåtterøy in the north. This regional diversity describes Bømlo as a whole.

At 474 metres, Siggjo is the highest mountain on Bømlo. From its summit, the view extends from Folgefonna in the east to Haugesund in the south. The ascent of Siggjo includes around 1,010 Sherpa-built steps on Laksatrappo, as well as several rest areas. This means you can also include a striking viewpoint and a specific section of trail in your travel plans for Bømlo.

History and experiences on Bømlo

Moster Amfi presents the history of the introduction of Christian law in Norway and includes a visit to Moster gamle kyrkje. The site also includes the Steinriket Bømlo exhibition, with a mine tunnel. It explores Bømlo’s geology and mining history from the Stone Age to modern times. Moster Amfi also offers guided tours; check their availability before your trip.

The Kulleseidkanalen was completed in 1856 to make boat travel between the eastern and western sides of Bømlo easier. You can travel through the canal by boat or kayak. Kulleseidkanalen guest harbour has 40 berths and welcomes visitors arriving by kayak, bicycle, on foot or by car. Its restaurant serves traditional cuisine and light meals. Harbour facilities and restaurant operations may change; check current availability and services before your trip.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Urangsvåg, Håvik, Mosterhamn, Foldrøyhamn, Finnås, Brandasund, Lykling, Bomlo

To the wider travel guide: Bømlo.