THE TRONDHEIM POSTAL ROAD
Many a competent cyclist has described the well-preserved section of the Trondheim postal road between Hyllestad and Fjaler as one of the most exhilarating cycling experiences in the country. There were originally 19 stone bridges on the route between Dale and Leirvik, and many of them are still standing as proud and impressive examples of early dry masonry. There are only a few places along the 40 km stretch between Dale in Fjaler and Leirvik in Hyllestad where the surface is so uneven that it is best to push a bike rather than ride it. Occasionally it is necessary to join the asphalted RV 57 road, but most of the route is free from cars and idyllic.

ISLAND HOPPING WITH A BICYCLE
The multitude of peaceful and idyllic islands in Outer Sognefjord and Dalsfjord are ideal for cycling, with lightly undulating terrain and very few cars. The express boat, ferries and local scheduled boat services link the groups of islands together, from Mjømna in Gulen to Nåra and Krakhella in Solund, and Værlandet and Bulandet in Askvoll. A good idea is to combine a bicycle trip with beautiful walks in places such as Nordsjøløypa in Solund, Lihesten in Hyllestad or Alden in Askvoll. Stiftinga Jensbua will help you plan a more detailed route!

FURTHEST WEST
Ferry from Leirvåg (Rv 57) to Skipavik. Then cycle to Mjømna. Boat-service to Nåra. (Overnight stop). Ferry to Daløy, continue to Krakhella, then ferry to Rysjedalsvika. Cycle north to Grytøyra, then ferry to Værlandet. Overnight stop i Bulandet. Next day Ferry to Askvoll, then continue on RV609 to Førde, or use Expressboat from Askvoll to Florø.

ROUTE 57
Ferry from Leirvåg (Rv 57) to Sløvåg. Then cycle to Rutledal, and ferry to Rysjedalsvika. Then continue along the "The Trondheim post road" to Dale. Ferry to Eikenes. Continue to Flokenes. Boat-service to Florø or RV609 to Førde.

THE SOGNEFJORD
From Matre (E39) through Stordalen to Bjordal. Then east along the south shore of the Sognefjord (Two dark tunnels between Bjordal and Ortnevik, abt. 1800m, little traffic). Boat-service from Ortnevik to Vik.

BIKES FOR RENT
Askvoll: Askvoll Turistinformasjon, tel. (+47) 57 73 06 50
Askvoll: Værlandet Båt, tel. (+47) 57 73 11 28 / 95 77 80 71
Askvoll: Bulandet, Nikøy Handel, tel. (+47) 57 73 21 44.
Fjaler: Korssund Handel, tel. (+47) 57 73 75 35
Hyllestad: Leirvik Kro og Motell, tel. (+47) 57 78 89 20
Solund: Kaikanten, Hardbakke, tel. (+47) . 57 78 75 60
Eivindvik Fjordhotell, tel. (+47) 57 78 43 10