Eikerapen Gjestegard

Heddan Gjestegard, a guesthouse in southern Norway, 40 km inland from the southern coast. Heddan lies secluded in the heart of Norwegian nature with moose, beavers and the golden eagle as its closest neighbours. The “Norwegian Heritage” resort offers rooms with bed and breakfast and halfboard, with personal service and friendly hosts, a peaceful stay and a quiet place to get away from it all. Rooms with bed & breakfast and half board are available at Heddan Gard, both for individual travellers as well as for groups. It is an excellent place to stay when travelling east-west from Arendal or Kristiansand to Stavanger, it is also a good starting point for daily excursions in southern Norway. Highlights such as Lindesnes, Lysefjord, Kjerrag and Setesdal are only a few hours away. With the emphasis on Norwegian culture and history, both in landscape, buildings and meals, adventurous memories are always close at hand. 25 km of hiking paths take you through the changing landscape offering trout fishing in lakes and brooks along the way. A meal in the restaurant is based on regional traditions with focus on local products and natural taste. Charming old buildings in an exciting environment are equipped with modern comfort. At Heddan Gjestegard, easy accessible nature is open all year, both by foot, biking or skiing. Situated 100 km north-west of Kristiansand, the airport and ferry harbour are only 90 minutes away. Reaching Heddan Gjestegard travelling from Kristiansand or Stavanger on the E39 you follow route 43 north towards Eiken at Lyngdal, after 30 km look for the sign for Heddan Gard. On route 42 from Arendal to Stavanger look for the sign for Heddan Gard at Eiken.

Knaben Camping The old mining town of Knaben is situated furthest north in Kvinesdal, bordering the high plains. Knaben Camping offers outlets for 40 camper van’s and mobile homes. Each outlet has electricity and cable TV. The service area offers common room, showers/wc and washing machine. Open all year. Knaben is a nature area extremely popular with visitors seeking outdoor pursuits both during summer and winter months. There are numerous marked walking trails of varying degree, amongst others going out to the mines in the mountains. During the winter season, Knaben is popular with enthusiastic skiers. There are over 40 kilometres of prepared cross country ski trails and the new Alpine Ski and Activity Centre offers visitors several downhill runs and a welcoming café. The alpine centre has premises for private celebrations and is fully licensed. The unique Knaben Landhandel shop offers an eclectic mix of goods from groceries to unusual souvenirs.