Beach at Jelsa quay
Right by the quay at Jelsa, there is a great swimming area suitable for the whole family.

Jelsa beach

The water is shallow, so older children can head out on their own. You can also easily cycle to the shop from here.

You will find the beach by driving past Klunghaug and Jelsa church, then turning off towards the quay after the shop.

‹ Activities
Kayaking on the fjord
Kayak and SUP
A kayak or SUP trip in Økstrafjorden – a hidden gem – offers you a unique nature experience.
Man with son hiking
Jelsa hiking map
At Jelsa you will find various hikes suitable for all ages, also offering great views of the fjord landscape.
Jelsa Church
Jelsa Church and the school museum
Jelsa Church was completed in 1647, but its history stretches all the way back to the Viking Age, when Jelsa served as a gathering point for religious offerings.
Small boat in Jelsa harbour
Jelsa Marina
Jelsa is one of the best-preserved coastal villages in Ryfylke, and the area attracts a large number of tourists during the summer months.
Old houses in Jelsa
Round trip in Jelsa - Ryfylke's best-preserved coastal village
Jelsa is Ryfylke's best-preserved coastal village and has been voted the most idyllic place in Rogaland. Here, you can wander among old neighborhoods and white wooden houses.
The day-trip cabin at Kvilehaugen from the inside
Visit the day-trip cabin at Kvilehaugen
The day-trip cabin is beautifully situated on Kvilehaugen, a short walk from Jelsa Hotell.
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