Haugesund is a trading town and municipality in the Norwegian province (fylke) of Rogaland with 38,441 inhabitants (as of January 1, 2025). The city is located on the North Sea coast between Bergen and Stavanger. It is an important commercial center with shopping opportunities and a catchment area of approximately 200,000 people. Haugesund describes itself as a "young city in an old shell." The name is composed of Haug (German: "hill") and Sund (German: "strait").
Haugesund originated as a transshipment point and post office for sailors and fishermen during the booming herring fishery at the end of the 19th century. The city was granted city charter in 1854. The coat of arms depicts three seagulls on a blue background, reflecting its history and geographical location.

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Distance 3.62 km

Uphill 30 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Haugesund, Rogaland, Norway

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