(commonly known as simply Åkra) is a small town

The town has a population (2025) of and a population density of . The village of Åkrehamn gained town status in 2002. Since it declared town status, Åkrehamn has blossomed and is now the second largest town in Karmøy Municipality, after the nearby town of Kopervik. The good economy of Norway has brought capital and investments to Åkrehamn, and in the last couple of years, the town has been expanded. Apartments and houses have been built and new fields of industry introduced.

The northern part of Åkrehamn now encompasses the old fishing village of Sævelandsvik. It is centered on the protected harbor area called Mannes. The economy of this area is centered on fishing and some other small industries.

See also

  • List of towns and cities in Norway

References

  • Åkrehamns nettsted
  • Åkrehamn Veksts nettsted