Photo: Visit Fjordkysten og Sunnfjord
Market Day at Vågsberget Inn and Tradingpost
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Step back in time and experience the vibrant atmosphere of a traditional market day at the historic Vågsberget Trading Post.
Vågsberget, one of the oldest and best-preserved trading posts on the Norwegian coast, comes to life with local vendors, music, storytelling, and activities for all ages. Stroll among stalls offering handmade crafts, local produce, traditional food, and unique treasures. Enjoy cultural performances, meet local artisans, and immerse yourself in the rich coastal heritage of this historic site.
Photocredit: Lise Lydersen/Musea i Sogn og Fjordane.
Yoga with a Historical Touch
Start your day with yoga in the beautiful garden at Vågsberget Trading Post.
Let yourself be inspired by the site's rich history and peaceful atmosphere as you stretch and find calm in body and mind. This session will focus on sensory presence, inner wisdom, and the gentle movements of nature.
Please bring your own yoga mat, wear comfortable clothing, and feel free to bring a blanket for the relaxation part of the session. After yoga, you are welcome to enjoy a cup of coffee, take part in the lively Market Day at Vågsberget, and join a guided tour to learn more about the site's meaningful past.
Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: 10:30 – 11:30
Price: NOK 250 per person
Instructor: Rutt-Lovise Strand, phone: +47 900 76 245
Welcome to a unique experience where past and present meet in harmonious flow.
Photocredit: Lise Lydersen/Musea i Sogn og Fjordane.
Family Coasteering
Curious About Coasteering? Join Us for an Adventure by the Sea!
As part of Market Day at Vågsberget, you're invited to take part in an exciting coasteering trip – a playful and active exploration of the shoreline and the sea.
We’ll explore tidal zones, discover marine life, and enjoy the thrill of moving with the elements – climbing, jumping, swimming, and laughing together in nature's playground.
Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: 12:00 – 14.00
Price: NOK 590 per person
Includes rental of 7mm wetsuit, life vest, helmet, shoes, and shorts.
Family offer: 1 adult + 1 child: NOK 990
Age limit: 12 years. Children aged 8–12 may participate when accompanied by an adult. Participants under 18 must have parental consent.
Guide: Bjørn Inge Strand, phone: +47 952 44 993
Changing facilities will be available at Vågsberget.