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Ålgård
Spend a half‑day walking Ålgård’s centre and Kongeparken; add a full day in August for the water festival.
Ålgård is a small town in Rogaland, 25 km southeast of Stavanger. Its walkable centre, the Kongeparken amusement park and nearby natural sights suit a half‑day visit; the August water festival warrants a full day.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- NOK
- Best months
- May–Sep, especially August for the water festival
- avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited daylight)
- Airport
- SVG
- Nights
- 0.5
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- Norway ↗The right to roam (allemannsretten) lets you hike and camp on most uncultivated land, keeping a distance from homes and leaving no trace.
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ålgård112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ålgård, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Norwegian krone (NOK, kr); the euro is not used.Norway-wide
- SIM or eSIMEEA roaming applies: EU and EEA SIMs work at home prices.Norway-wide
- Tap waterTap water is excellent; streams in the mountains are usually drinkable, but avoid water below farms and grazing.Norway-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Included; round up or add 5–10% for good service.Norway-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Norway-wide
- SafetyÅlgård is low‑risk; main concerns are icy roads in winter and limited night transport, so plan return before dark.
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- RestroomsFree or card-paid (NOK 10–20 (≈ US$1–2)) in towns; trailheads often have pit toilets.Norway-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 113 ambulance · 110 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close Mondays out of season; small fjord-village hotels and cafés close October–April.Norway-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSVG Stavanger Sola Airport (about 25 km (16 mi) north, bus 23 connects via Sandnes).SVG Stavanger Sola Airport (about 16 mi (25 km) north, bus 23 connects via Sandnes).
- Getting aroundTown is walkable; use Kolumbus bus 23 from Sandnes or drive on E39/RV45.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a cafékr 30–45
- Metro or bus rideBus 23 single ticketcheckkr 30–40
- Museum or sight ticketKongeparken entrykr 250–350
A day, not counting the bed: Budget kr 800–1 200 · Mid kr 1 200–2 000 · High kr 2 000+
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SVG Stavanger Sola Airport (about 25 km (16 mi) north, bus 23 connects via Sandnes)SVG Stavanger Sola Airport (about 16 mi (25 km) north, bus 23 connects via Sandnes)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Mar
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
May
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Jun
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Oct
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Nov
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C) low), wettest Dec (12 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ålgård: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
10 rd
Feb
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
May
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Jun
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Sep
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Oct
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
11 rd
Dec
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town is walkable; use Kolumbus bus 23 from Sandnes or drive on E39/RV45. Bike rentals available for nearby countryside.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Stavanger
goDoor to door: ≈ 45 min
Bus 23 from Ålgård, about 30 min, or drive E39 25 km (16 mi)Bus 23 from Ålgård, about 30 min, or drive E39 16 mi (25 km)
City centre, harbour and museums.
Sandnes
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min
Bus 23 northbound, 15 min, or drive E39 10 km (6.2 mi)Bus 23 northbound, 15 min, or drive E39 6.2 mi (10 km)
Shopping, Jæren railway station.
Bryne
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min
Drive RV45 south 20 km (12 mi), about 20 min; no direct busDrive RV45 south 12 mi (20 km), about 20 min; no direct bus
Coastal town, good for a quick lunch.
Nærbø
cautionDoor to door: ≈ 40 min
Drive RV45 30 km (19 mi) south, ~25 min; limited bus serviceDrive RV45 19 mi (30 km) south, ~25 min; limited bus service
Check bus timetable if not driving.
Hommersåk
goDoor to door: ≈ 25 min
Drive RV45 east 12 km (7.5 mi), ~15 min; bike possibleDrive RV45 east 7.5 mi (12 km), ~15 min; bike possible
Small village with scenic walks.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Gjesdal Gjestgiveri
hotel and restaurant in town centre, good for one night
Kongeparken Camping
campground adjacent to the amusement park
Lyngen Farm B&B
rural stay, 10‑15 min drive from town
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- kr 800–1 200 excl. bed
- Mid
- kr 1 200–2 000 excl. bed
- High
- kr 2 000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | kr 30–45 |
| Meal at a restaurant | kr 150–300 |
| Kongeparken entry | kr 250–350 |
| Bus 23 single ticketcheck | kr 30–40 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No train service – the former station closed in 1988.
- Bus 23 requires a wave to signal the driver; check timetable (check).
- Winter roads can be icy; allow extra travel time.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 113
- Fire
- 110
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Til denne adressen, takkTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance113
- Fire110
Embassy
US consulate in Oslo; other nations have embassies in Oslo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Stavanger → Ålgård, bus 23: about kr 30–40, 40 min (check)
- Kongeparken entry: kr 250–350 per adult
Say or show
- Unnskyld — Excuse me / Sorry (oon-skyl)
- Takk — Thank you (tahk)
- Hvor mye koster det? — How much is it? (vohr mee-eh koh-ster deh)
- Hvor er toalettet? — Where is the toilet? (vohr er toe-ah-let-teh)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ålgård. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep, especially August for the water festival · avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialKolumbus bus operator
- officialKongeparken official site
- secondaryWikivoyage: Ålgård, revision 3714449 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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