Floro
Florø, a charming
town and the administrative center of Kinn municipality in Vestland county, Norway, resides on
the island of Florelandet. Uniquely positioned between the Botnafjorden and Solheimsfjorden, Florø holds the
distinction of being the westernmost town not only in Norway but on the
entire Scandinavian Peninsula. The town flourishes with a population
exceeding 9,000 residents, boasting a population density of nearly 1,400
inhabitants per square kilometer.
Immerse
yourself in maritime history at the Coastal Museum in Sogn og
Fjordane. Florø's surrounding archipelago offers a breathtaking natural
playground, waiting to be explored. For those interested in Norse sagas, a visit to
the saga
island of Kinn is a must. Svanøy island beckons with its reputation for producing high-quality venison
and salmon. History enthusiasts can delve into the past at the Ausevika rock
carvings, one of the most extensive rock carving sites in all of Norway.