Stavanger

Stavanger is the perfect gateway for a trip through Norway. It's a city full of life, color, urban art, and culture. In addition, its surroundings boast great natural attractions such as the Norwegian fjords, some of the country's most iconic routes such as climbing Prekeistolen, and charming towns and corners. It is the fourth largest city in Norway and is known as the oil capital for its importance in oil exploration in the North Sea since the 1970s. It is also a capital of culture and gastronomy, famous for its street art. A welcoming city with much to offer. Cobblestone streets, a nearly 900-year-old cathedral, the colorful Fargegaten street, and an old town with the best-preserved settlement of wooden houses in Europe, which includes more than 170 houses, many of which date back to the 18th century. In 2008, Stavanger was designated the European Capital of Culture, reflecting the wide variety of cultural events and activities in the region.