Stongafjell Tunnel, Bergen
Facts and practical information
The Stongafjell Tunnel is a 694-meter long road tunnel along County Road 562 in the municipality of Askøy in Vestland county, Norway. It is located on the southern part of the island of Askøy, going through the small mountain Stongafjell, about 1 kilometre west of the village of Kleppestø. It was opened in December 1991 to connect this road to the newly constructed Askøy Bridge. In 2004, it had 11,050 vehicles per day, making it part of the section of road with the most traffic in all of Askøy municipality. In 2011, Hordaland County Municipality spent 3.7 million kr to upgrade the electrical systems in the tunnel. ()
Bergen
Stongafjell Tunnel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Askøy Bridge, Strusshamn Church, Kjøkkelvik, Det Røde Hus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Stongafjell Tunnel?
How to get to Stongafjell Tunnel by public transport?
Bus
- Kleppestø terminal (23 min walk)
Ferry
- Kleppestø Båtkai • Lines: 2070 (24 min walk)