Mongstad

Mongstad is a key industrial area in Vestland county, Norway. Located near the border of Alver and Austrheim municipalities, with the majority residing in Alver, Mongstad is known for its oil refinery. Equinor, along with other companies like Shell, operate the Mongstad refinery, making it a vital hub for oil production. The site boasts an impressive capacity, including a crude oil terminal that can hold up to 9.5 million barrels and a modern refinery capable of processing 12 million tonnes of crude oil annually. Interestingly, the port at Mongstad holds the title of Norway's largest based on tonnage.

While Mongstad itself might not offer a plethora of tourist attractions, visitors can explore the surrounding areas. Options include historical sites and cultural experiences in Bergen, like the Bryggens Museum or the Hanseatic Museum. Nature lovers can venture up Mount Floyen via the Funicular railway.