Storhaug’s shore and swimming spots

Why go

This is an outdoor day for walkers who like to pause beside the water, with several chances to swim when conditions suit. St. Johannes Church gives you a clear starting landmark before the historic basin at Badedammen. The longer walk to Varden earns a local viewpoint, and the route then drops to Strømvig’s seawater bath and the more open shore at Godalen. Emmausbukta and Rosenli make quieter final pauses along the coast. Treat each bathing place as a choice, not an obligation to enter the water; check the weather and current bathing advice. Walking transfers are estimates, and the Badedammen–Varden stretch is the longest.

The route, stop by stop

World itinerary estimate: 198–375 min

1. 01

   Main stop · 18–25 min

   St. Johannes Church

   St. Johannes Church stands above Stavanger East, with a prominent pale facade and spire visible from surrounding streets. Exterior viewing is possible without relying on an interior opening.

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2. Walk · 8 min · Estimated

   02

   Main stop · 31–45 min

   Badedammen

   Badedammen is Stavanger’s historic seawater bathing pool, set beside a small urban park near the eastern waterfront. The enclosed basin sets it apart from open fjord beaches.

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3. Walk · 30 min · Estimated

   03

   Main stop · 24–35 min

   Varden viewpoint

   Varden is a low hill on Stavanger’s east side, reached as part of the Storhaugturen walking route. It works as a small destination during a longer local walk.

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4. Walk · 10 min · Estimated

   04

   Optional · 28–40 min

   Strømvig seawater bath

   Strømvig sjøbad is a seawater bathing place on the Storhaug coastal path near Godalen. The bath can be reached as a stop on a shore walk.

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5. Walk · 6 min · Estimated

   05

   Optional · 42–60 min

   Godalen beach

   Godalen combines a sandy beach, grassy shore and recreation space along the Storhaug coastline. It also connects to a longer walk along Stavanger’s eastern coast.

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6. Walk · 14 min · Estimated

   06

   Optional · 31–45 min

   Emmausbukta beach

   Emmausbukta is a small sandy cove on the Storhaug shore, reached along the local coastal walking area. Its size suits a quiet pause more than a large gathering.

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7. Walk · 6 min · Estimated

   07

   Optional · 24–35 min

   Rosenli beach

   Rosenli is a small sand-and-grass bathing spot on Stavanger’s eastern shoreline. It works well as one stop on a coastal walk.

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