Things to do · EIKEN
From a gentle lakeside walk to mountain viewpoints, ski trails and a full day of family adventures.
Enjoy a quiet day on the cabin’s private shoreline. A rowing boat is included in the rental during the boating season, and fishing equipment is available. An outboard motor can be rented for an additional charge by arrangement with the host.
Contact the host on Airbnb ↗Public sandy beaches at Kyrkjeodden by Eiken church and Skeie by the rehabilitation centre. Find beach details, parking and directions.
Distances describe the route, not the distance from the cabin. Choose a walk that suits your group and check weather and ground conditions before setting off.
Three walks from Moneveien 35: to Eiken church, a loop at Skeie and a longer loop by Lake Lygne.
Views over Eiken and Lygne. Breiaskor is steep; Tveiteskaret offers a gentler alternative. The summit lies beyond the day-use hut.
A viewpoint hike from Naglestad to the 547-metre summit. Follow the official route description.
A longer hike from Snartemo to a viewpoint at 625 metres, with approximately 500 metres of ascent.
Try trout fishing by Lake Lygne, visit other fishing lakes or plan salmon fishing in the River Lygna.
According to Lister Outdoor Council, trout fishing in Lake Lygne, right in front of the cabin, is free. A rowing boat is included in the rental during the boating season, and fishing equipment is available. An outboard motor can be rented for an additional charge by arrangement with the host.
Gletnevatnet, Lokavatnet and Bjennsvatnet have trout. Permits are sold at Joker Tingvatn. JFF has a shelter at Gletnevatnet; ask the association about access and prices.
Exact parking and access points at these lakes need to be confirmed locally.
Salmon and sea trout on designated river stretches from Kvåsfossen to the outlet of Lake Lygne. Buy the correct area permit on Inatur.
Salmon and sea trout between the river mouth and Kvåsfossen. This permit excludes private zones and the Prestegården fishing zone.
A separate permit for zone 8, covering a specified stretch of the river’s east bank. Check the seller’s map, season and prices.
Buy permits for the local JFF lakes in the shop. Call to check prices and which permit you need.
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Local cross-country trails, with short children’s loops near the ski hut. Grooming depends on snow conditions.
Cross-country trails and downhill skiing in the Knaben mountains. Check current trail conditions and opening before travelling.
An extensive cross-country trail network in Åseral. The destination also offers downhill skiing; check grooming and opening with the operator.
Local cultural history with burial monuments and stone settings. See the official page for exhibitions and museum hours.
Visit the fish ladder inside the mountain at Kvåsfossen. Wild salmon may appear through underwater windows; sightings are not guaranteed.
Animals and family attractions in Kristiansand, including Kardemomme by. Allow a full day and check seasonal availability.
An indoor waterpark in Lyngdal with pools and a waterslide. An option for a rainy day.
