Sandnes

SandnesSandnes, Nor.

Sandnes, town, southwestern Norway. Located at the head of Gands Fjord, which is a branch of Bokna Fjord, Sandnes is the chief port for the surrounding Jæren agricultural region. It has excellent road and rail connections with Stavanger and the remainder of southern Norway. The town produces textiles, boating products, construction materials, and ceramic tiles. Pop. (2007 est.) mun., 60,507.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.
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Article Title: Sandnes
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 02 February 2015
Access Date: March 03, 2025