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Neighbourhood · Norway · Rogaland
Gamle Stavanger
An old quarter of whitewashed wooden houses on cobbled streets beside the harbour.
Free to enter about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Gamle Stavanger matters
Gamle Stavanger is a quiet quarter of white wooden houses with flower boxes and cobbled lanes. Many were built by sailors and craftspeople in the 18th and 19th centuries, and they are some of the best-preserved in Europe. Strolling here feels like visiting a village inside a city. Small shops and cafes sit among the homes, which are still lived in, so keep voices low.
Talking points
- Many houses are still family homes.
- The quarter is a short walk from the harbour.
- Lanterns and flower boxes add charm.
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