Guided EL-Bike tour in the city of Haugesund and Rising Tides
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Elevate your Haugesund experience with a local-led electric bike adventure. Equipped with an electric bike and helmet, our guide ensures your safety. Explore the city, pausing at the Fishermen statue and the statue of Harald Fairhair, delving into Viking history. Pedal through a charming residential area, visit the National Monument, Haraldsstøtta, and explore Korsshaugen, a thousand-year-old stone cross. The route follows the picturesque coastal road, encountering the stunning horse sculptures by artist Jason deCaires Taylor, known as "The Rising Tides." As you return along the North Sea coastline, enjoy breathtaking views of the local islands. Join us for a remarkable journey where history, art, and natural beauty converge, leaving you with lasting memories
Your experience
Stop 1
Jason deCaires Taylor horse scupltures " The rising tides" (moved from London to Haugesund in 2019) and the statue of Harald Hårfagre are both short stops on the cycle tour. Here your guide will describe the history and stories behind the sculptures and statue.
Stop 2
The National Monument is an ode to King Harald Fairhair – the Viking king that unified Norway into one kingdom 1150 years ago. It is believed that Harald Fairhair is buried in this area. Here you will have time to take in both the monument and Korsshaugen, the stone cross that dates back 1000 years.
What’s included
- Bottled water
- Bicycle use
- Electric bike and helmet.
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is at the Viking Adventure Visitor Center 300 metres from the cruise terminal. Arriving by cruise? Follow the road towards the city center. With the big blue hall on your right hand side you walk straight. Look for our Viking Adventure signs and green beach flags.
Before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Warm layered clothing, sun protection and flat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Maximum weight: 120 kg
- Minimum height: 158cm
- Child seats or tandems not available
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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