Utstein Monastery and Utstein Pilgrim Hostel on Mosterøy

Utstein Monastery is the only preserved medieval monastery complex in Norway, located 1 kilometer from Utstein pilgrim hostel. Today, the site operates as a museum and a venue for courses and conferences. It also has event facilities and hosts a variety of concerts with beautiful acoustics.

The monastery was restored in the mid-20th century and is today owned by Museum Stavanger AS, MUST. The church serves as the parish church for Mosterøy. Pilgrims can get their passport stamped here.

On the website pilegrimsleden.no, you can read more about Utstein monastery, Utstein pilgrim hostel, and other key sites along the Coastal Pilgrimage Route.

Utstein Pilgrim Hostel is originally a closed-down, charming school building located in scenic surroundings just north of Stavanger. Here you will find unique nature right by the ocean, with many great hiking opportunities. On clear days, you can see half of Rogaland from these spot.

Utstein Pilgrim Hostel is simply and invitingly furnished. All rooms have a private bathroom, and homemade food is served.

At the Pilgrim Hostel, pilgrims can get their passport stamped. There is a strong wish here to provide an atmosphere where guests can experience silence and peace, and reflect on what gives people courage and hope in life.

In the summer, the Pilgrim Hostel serves as a guesthouse for pilgrims throughout the school holidays. During the rest of the year, Utstein Pilgrim Postel hosts a variety of events, but pilgrims are always welcome when there is available capacity. We recommend that our guests book accommodation well in advance due to limited space.

The Pilgrim Hostel is within a short walking distance of the 1,000-year-old Utstein monastery, the Mastravarden ridge, Fjøløy lighthouse, and Fjøløy fortress.

Travel by private boat:

If you are traveling by private boat along the coast, you can dock at Fjøløy Pier, located at the innermost part of Fjøløysundet, or at Finnesand Pier, near Utstein Monastery Hotel on Mosterøy. From Fjøløy Pier, it is about a 30-minute walk to Utstein Monastery and Utstein Pilgrim Farm. From Finnesand Pier, it is a five-minute walk to Utstein Pilgrim Farm and a 15-minute walk to the monastery. Contact Utstein Monastery Hotel if you wish to dock at the hotel.

Travel by car:

If you are driving your own car, take the E39 and follow the signs to Utstein Monastery. Utstein pilgrim hostel is located at Sorgenfrivegen 8, between Utstein Monastery Hotel and Utstein Monastery.

Bus from Stavanger:

Kolumbus route 10 between Stavanger and Rennesøy runs several times a day. You can also get off the bus at Askjekrysset and walk the last 7 km to Utstein Pilgrim Farm.

Bus from Bergen / Haugesund:

If you are coming from Bergen or Haugesund, you can take the Coastal Bus (Kystbussen) to Askjekrysset on the E39.

Pickup at Askjekrysset on the E39:

It is 7 km from Askjekrysset to the pilgrim hostel.

If you are staying at Utstein pilgrim hostel and need a pickup at Askjekrysset, please send us an email so we can check the possibility. A fee of NOK 50 per trip is appreciated. Email: utsteinpilegrimsgard@kyrkja.no. You can also call +47 468 15 769.