Sotra is located west of Bergen and has the North Sea as its nearest neighbour. Fishing has been an important part of life on this island for centuries.
Not long ago most of the people who lived here were fishermen. Strong tidal currents between the many islets brings fish that are easy to hook.
On Sotra you will find heaths, bare mountains and swalbergs. There is also a bustling bird life at Sotra, you can find sea eagles, seagulls and terns.