Solheim, Vestland

Solheim is a small village in Gloppen Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The village lies on the western shore of the large lake Eimhjellevatnet, about southwest of the village of Hyen. It takes about 40 minutes to drive from Solheim to the nearby towns of Førde and Florø. The village of Eimhjellen lies about almost straight east of Solheim, across the lake. There are numerous fish in the lake, especially trout.
Solheim is mostly an agricultural area and is home to many farmers. Compared to the surrounding villages, Solheim is a sunny place, which gives the village its name Solheim, meaning "home of the sun". Solheim had a school until it was closed in 2009. The local students must travel to another school a little further away. The old school building is now used as a local community house for parties and gatherings.