are sometimes also included in the Haugaland. This expanded definition gives a total area of 2383 km2 and a population of 113,903 (2025). Ølen serves as a minor regional centre in the inner part of the district.

Name and etymology

The Haugaland was traditionally regarded as part of Ryfylke, but that term is now used only for the areas further east. The name derives from the Old Norse farm name Haugar and originally referred to the area surrounding

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