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Haraldshaugen - Norway's National Monument

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Lovely walk

Follow the blue route on the free map from tourist information. If you are on a ship you will need... read more

Reviewed 28 July 2019
KMN04
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Mold, United Kingdom
Nice views

We had a lovely clear sunny day when we visited. Without being rude to Haugesaund it's about the... read more

Reviewed 14 April 2019
total-tan-seeker
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Thatcham, United Kingdom
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Snorre's sagas of the kings mention the site where Harald Fairhair is buried. In the nineteenth century it was believed the place described by Snorre had been located. This is where the national monument of the unification of Norway was erected in...more
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Reviewed 29 August 2019
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Date of experience: August 2019
Reviewed 16 August 2019 via mobile
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Date of experience: August 2019
Reviewed 13 August 2019

A very pleasant walk from the town centre, which you can continue along the coast and enjoy the beautiful view. A grand monument like this is rather unexpected in such a calm place, but it makes for a great photo opportunity.

Date of experience: August 2019
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Reviewed 28 July 2019

Follow the blue route on the free map from tourist information. If you are on a ship you will need to walk over the steep Risoy bridge which gives you fine views of the river and the town. The route takes you last numerous interesting...More

Date of experience: June 2019
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Reviewed 24 April 2019

Haraldshaugen monument is a few steps from an easy parking lot one turn from Haugesund's main road. The area is well maintained, and the monument itself is a must see. An old 1000 year old stone cross nearby is also a interesting sight. But to...More

Date of experience: March 2019
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Reviewed 14 April 2019

We had a lovely clear sunny day when we visited. Without being rude to Haugesaund it's about the only thing to do there, a nice easy walk.

Date of experience: March 2019
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Reviewed 13 April 2019 via mobile

Haraldshaugen, the National Monument of Norway, in memory of the gathering of Norway to one kingdom. It’s located north in the city, with a beautiful view towards the ocean; the North Sea. Next to the site you will find a very well operated camping site....More

Date of experience: April 2019
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Reviewed 22 March 2019 via mobile
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Date of experience: March 2019
Reviewed 20 March 2019 via mobile
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Date of experience: February 2019
Reviewed 20 March 2019

A magnificent monument the honors Norway's King Harald Hårfagre. Very well located, with a lovely view to the Norwegian sea. It is free to come in.

Date of experience: August 2018
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