Sirdalsvatnet Hotel

Sirdal Lodge is located at Fidjeland in the north of Sirdal, 650m above sea level. There is both a restaurant and bar at the hotel. Other facilities includes an indoor pool, sauna, gym, solarium and a kiosk. Its location makes it the perfect place to stay for alpine and cross country skiers during the winter as it is situated next to Fidjeland Ski slopes and several cross country trails. The hotel is also a popular gathering place for after ski. During summer it’s an ideal location for hiking in Sirdal or for daytrips to Lysefjorden and Kjerag. Sirdal Lodge offers great food and comfort in a scenic and tranquil setting. Additionally there are facilities for meetings, conferences and events here for up to 100 people. Or for special occasions you can enjoy Hiking Suggestions: Haugen til Fidjeland Hike to Hilleknuten summit // //

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.