Byfjorden

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Byfjorden is the fjord that leads from the North Sea to Stavanger. The fjord is approximately 10.5 km and is the route for coastal traffic to Stavanger and the southern part of Ryfylke. Under the Byfjorden is a 6 km long tunnel between Randaberg and the island Sokn.

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