At the mountain of Haukelifjell along the mountain pass of Road E134 is a rest stop, the Ståvatn Rasteplass. This rest stop is at almost 1000 meters in altitude and lies within Vinje Municipality in Vestfold og Telemark County. This is a perfect spot to enjoy the view of the Haukelifjell by looking out over Lake Ståvatn.
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Things to Do and See at Ståvatn Rasteplass
If you drive across the mountain pass of Road E134 a stop at Lake Ståvatn is almost a necessity. In addition to finding a public toilet, you will also get an amazing view.
Lake Ståvatn
Lake Ståvatn is a mountain lake located at an altitude of 979 meters above the sea. The lake is according to some sources rich in brown trout.
Haukelifjell
Haukelifjell is a fairly large mountain area. Its highest peak reaches 1693 meters. This is an area famous for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
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How to Get to Ståvatn Rasteplass
- Flights: Bergen Airport (BGO) is 199 kilometers to the west. It offers both domestic and international flights.
- Car: Ståvatn Rasteplass is located along Road E134 between Haukeli and Røldal.
The driving distance from 5 major Norwegian cities, according to Google Maps:
- Oslo – 279 kilometers (4 h 6 min)
- Bergen – 202 kilometers (3 h 53 min)
- Trondheim – 770 kilometers (10 h 26 min)
- Narvik – 1663 kilometers (24 h)
- Kirkenes – 2113 kilometers (28 h)
Find out more about other destinations in Norway by visiting our page Exploring Norway