Ervik & Locally Caught Fish

OVERVIEW

Explore the village of Ervik on the northwestern tip of the massive Stad peninsula and dine on fresh fish caught in the cold waters of the surrounding North Sea. A scenic drive up the peninsula will offer a hint of the natural beauty that lies ahead in Ervik, where life revolves around the water. The village boasts one of the finest surfing beaches in Norway and fishing has long fueled the economy. While visiting the free-standing Ervik Church, you will hear about the heroic efforts of the villagers that saved dozens of passengers from the SS Sanct Svithun, which Allied bombers sank during World War II. The ship’s bell – which is engraved with text commemorating that rescue – now serves as the bell for the church. Later, while dining at a landmark hotel on the Stad peninsula, you will enjoy a locally sourced fish dish that reflects the bounty of the sea.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Settle in for a scenic drive along the mountainous Stad Peninsula.
• Visit the memorial church in the village of Ervik on the peninsula’s northwestern tip.
• Hear how the villagers heroically rescued passengers from a ship sunk in World War II.
• Dine on locally sourced fish at a well-known hotel on the Stad Peninsula.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.