The best walks and hikes in Vassøyane Naturreservat

This small group of traditional naust—wooden boathouses used to store fishing boats and gear—stands alongside old farm buildings, reflecting the close relationship between farming and fishing in coastal western Norway.

Krossøygavlen marks the end of the path, where the coastal heath meets the open sea. The exposed headland offers uninterrupted views across the North Sea and is a great place to experience the wind, waves and ever-changing light of Norway's outer coast.

A marked hiking trail through the peaceful Norwegian landscape, offering a pleasant walk among open countryside, woodland, and natural surroundings.

Måvatnet is a peaceful lake on Byrknesøyna, reached by the scenic Vårflorturen around Kjevatnet and Måvatnet. The trail crosses rocky ground and marshland, revealing a quiet coastal landscape shaped by traditional farming and the rugged nature of western Norway.

The Vårflorar Stone Hut is a small traditional farm building in the coastal cultural landscape near Byrknes, Gulen. Built from local stone, it recalls the old practice of keeping livestock in simple seasonal shelters, surrounded by moorland, rocky ground and traces of rural life.

Parking at Krossoy P

Parking available, recommended as a tour start, better counterclockwise

In conjunction with a great round trip to the Veten, parking and springboard available