 Effort level: Moderate

 Total ascent: appr. 350 m

 Estimated hiking time: 4 hours
 Distance to Preikestolen: 8 km return hike
 There’s a marked path so you can complete the walk without a guide

Safety is important

Always check the weather forecast before setting out on a hike in Norway! The weather can
change quickly in the mountains, and extra clothing, food and drink is essential in case the
trip takes longer than anticipated.

Travel tips! Top 3 hikes

Experience some of the best hikes and scenery you'll ever see and combine these tours while
in Norway:

#1 Trolltunga
Go Trolltunga & Oslo by bus: One-way bus ticket between Oslo and Odda (Trolltunga).
Book here!

#2 Kjerag
Go Kjerag: Round trip bus between Stavanger and the Kjerag hiking trail.
Book here!

The places you'll go – View all hiking tours here!

What to wear
 Weatherproof clothes
 Sunglasses, Suncreen (if sunny)
 Hat, Scarf (windy on the boat)
 Several layers of clothes are recommended
 Hiking Shoes/ Boots (surface might be wet)
 Hiking Equipment
Where to eat
 Food/ Drinks can be purchased at the starting point
Weather
 Westcoast - rainy at times
 Coastal area - changing weather

You can check on Norwegian weather conditions on the Yr website.

Overview
Looking to cross the iconic Preikestolen-hike off your bucket list? We offer a comfortable
and easy transfer to one of the most popular tourist destinations in Norway. A bus transfer
from central Stavanger, brings you to and from the hike’s starting point.
Preikestolen is a glacial rock formation towering 604m above the Lysefjord. The hike is a
challenging trail, climbing 350m in height and 7,6km in stretch, taking you to the iconic
mountain plateau. Back and forth, the hike takes approx. 4 hrs, but take your time, there is
plenty of beautiful spots to rest along the way. From the plateau at the top, you will have
a breath-taking view of the Lysefjord. Keep your camera at hand, you will take some
amazing photos.

Back on the ground, the return bus will pick you up from the same place it let you off. The
bus operates on a first-come-first-serve basis. In the unlikely event that the bus is full, you
will have to wait for the next one. There are several daily departures between Stavanger and
Preikestolen.

Map

Sights on the trip

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Stavanger
Spend some time in Stavanger before and/or after your trip to Preikestolen. Stavanger
is the 4th biggest city in Norway and there is plenty to see and do. Experience unique
museums, colourful buildings, quaint streets, Stavanger Cathedral and the market if
you have more time in the city. There are also lots of shops and supermarkets so stock
up on food, drink and any extra layers you may need before your hike.
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The hiking terrain

The hike from the starting point by Preikestolen Mountain Lodge to Preikestolen is
one of Norway's most popular hikes. The goal is of course Preikestolen with its
unique rockformation. However, the hike to and from Preikestolen is also beautiful as
you walk through gorgeous Western Norwegian forest terrain.
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Lysefjord
Shaped by glaciers and steep mountain ranges, the Lysefjord is truly remarkable.
Surrounded by dramatic landscapes this 42km fjord is worth exploring. For
breathtaking views across the fjord, hiking to Kjerag and Preikestolen (the Pulpit
Rock) are very popular. Cruise tours on the fjord provides a more gentle yet
memorbale way to admire the scenery.
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 Preikestolen (the pulpit rock)
Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) is one of the most famous tourist attractions in all of
Norway. It towers an impressive 604 metres above the Lysefjord and is a destination
that people across the world have on their 'bucket list'. It's not hard to see why. It is
also worth mentioning that it had a starring role in the Tom Cruise movie 'Mission
Impossible - Fallout'.

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