Norvegia·2026

Stavanger-Sandnes

Stavanger-Sandnes sits on Norway's southwestern coast where rolling farmland meets fjords and archipelago. Cyclists dominate here—the Ryfylkerittet, a 56km regional classic, and the shorter Score TOSKaskabet loop both showcase the region's undulating terrain and coastal views. Runners find mostly flat parkrun-style routes along the Gandsfjord shoreline, but the real draw for endurance athletes is the swimrun scene—the Rockman and Stavanger Swimrun events exploit the jagged island-hopping coastline that makes this area unique.