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Preikestolen
Posted: November 25, 2023
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Preikestolen is undoubtedly one of Norway’s most famous mountain hikes. It is a steep cliff that offers a world-renowned, spectacular view over the majestic Lysefjord. This incredible mountain plateau is one of Norway’s best travel destinations, with over 300,000 visitors per year.
The hike to Preikestolen leads you to a fantastic viewpoint towering over the beautiful nature below.
Commonly known as Preikestolen, you may also have heard of it as Preikestolen and even ‘The Pulpit Rock.’ This towering mountain plateau in southern Norway is a steep cliff with a stunning fjord view.
The Pulpit Rock in Norway was first discovered in 1896 by a bank manager who loved hiking in his spare time. Preikestolen slowly became a tourist destination as more and more people became aware of this monolithic beauty.
Preikestolen is located in Rogaland county in the Strand municipality in the south of the country. Popular among visitors to Norway’s fjord region, hiking Preikestolen is an unforgettable day trip that many travelers choose to take.
Preikestolen is located south of both Bergen and Oslo and can be reached from the nearby city of Stavanger, which is the fourth largest city in Norway.
How high is Preikestolen?
The mighty height of Preikestolen is over 600 meters, making this cliff a fantastic viewpoint over Lysefjord. See the flowing water and the majestic, green mountains from an incredible vantage point at the top of Preikestolen.
The hike to Preikestolen reaches a height of just over 500 meters. The trail levels out in the last kilometer, giving you a fantastic view of the fjord below.

How long does it take to hike Preikestolen?
The eight-kilometer hike to Preikestolen takes around four hours. You start at the mountain lodge Preikestolen fjellstue, which you can reach by car, bus, or boat from Stavanger. Reaching the top of this spectacular cliff in Norway is classified as a moderate difficulty, with some steep areas along the route.

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