Experience summer 2025 at Engesund Visningssenter!
A summer you won't forget – in the middle of the beautiful Fitjarøyane Islands
Come out to Engesund Visningssenter – a truly unique destination where western Norway nature, aquaculture and culinary experiences meet. Whether you come with your own boat or take one of our daily boat trips from Fitjarsjøen, an experience out of the ordinary awaits you on our fleet.
- Duration: approx. 2 hours
- 15 min boat trip with RIB boat, one way. We pick you up and bring you from the quay at Fitjar.
- Guided tours with experienced viewing hosts.
- Display at the feeding studio and in our exhibition.
- We have boots, immersion suits and life jackets in all sizes.
- Taste the salmon.
- Knowledge of salmon farming.
- Possibility to order lunch or dinner (see separate menu).
- Suitable for all ages - from small children to the elderly.
- We can organize boat transportation from other locations than Fitjar, contact us for an offer
How to get here
The display facility is located in Fitjarøyane north of Engesund and is located by the breeding facility on the west side of Dyrholmen. Since this is a food fishery located on the sea, you need a boat to get there. You can either bring your own boat, or we can pick up a diver in one of our boats. The trip in itself is an experience, and you get close to the sea and nature in the beautiful archipelago outside Fitjar.
If you are going to Engesund Fiskeopdrett Visningsenter by road, you drive to the center of Fitjar. Fitjar is 10 minutes from the E39 at Sandvikvåg and 30 minutes from Leirvik south of Stord, midway between Bergen and Haugesund. There is therefore good access both from the south and the north along the road. On special occasions, we can pick up from places other than Fitjar, for example it is a short distance across to Austevoll and Bømlo via the sea route. For transport, we have to make some delays due to the weather.
Daily boat trips from Fitjarsjøen
– comfort or action
Don't have your own boat? No problem! We offer regular departures from Fitjarsjøen every day at 11 am and 2 pm.
Choose between:
- RIB tour – for those who want speed and excitement.
- Closed, comfortable boat – perfect for quiet days and whatever the weather.
The trip takes you through the beautiful Fitjarøyane archipelago – a nature experience in itself. Keep an eye out for sea eagles, porpoises and other exciting animals along the way!
Guided tour
- a journey from roe to plate
Engesund is part of a world-leading Norwegian aquaculture industry – and here you can see how rainbow trout are produced, from the time the eggs are laid until the fish is ready for the table.
Every step of the process is explained by our dedicated and knowledgeable guides, making it both educational and entertaining – for both young and old.
Have you been to the sea before? We promise: You will learn something new.
Food service every day
12–17
After the tour, relax and enjoy a meal based on our own fresh rainbow trout. We serve both classic and modern dishes, and we have something for every taste – whether you are young or old, adventurous or traditional.
Sit back and taste what you've just learned about – fresh fish with a true local touch.
An experience for the whole family
Engesund is suitable for:
- Family-friendly – exciting, safe and educational.
- Foodies – local quality you can taste.
- Nature lovers – idyllic boat trip and beautiful coastal environment.
- Curious souls – who want to understand more about where our food comes from.
Practical information
📍 Departure city: Fitjarsjøen 2
🕚 Departures: every day at 11 am and 2 pm
🍴 Food service: every day at 12–17
🎫 Tickets and booking: [insert link to booking]
Welcome to a vibrant summer – at Engesund Visningssenter
Here the sea, knowledge and taste meet. We look forward to welcoming you!
Email: væning@engesund.no
Phone: 951 89 950
