However, if you arrive at the car park and it is rainy or foggy, do not attempt this hike. There are reports every year of people losing their way in the fog and then needing to be rescued.
Lysebotn is the closest town. There are a few bed and breakfast options in town. This is a much farther drive 2. Stavanger is a charming town to walk through. This is the perfect place to hike to Pulpit Rock and there is an airport here, connecting you to Oslo and the rest of Norway.
We stayed in Stavanger at the Comfort Hotel Square. This was within walking distance of the restaurants and harbor area of Stavanger. Is this hike on your list of things to do in Norway? Comment below if you have any questions about hiking to Kjeragbolten. Planning a trip to Norway? Read all of our articles in our Norway Travel Guide. Note: This post contains affiliate links.
When you make a purchase using one of these affiliate links, we get paid a small commission at no extra cost to you. How do you compare hiking Trolltunga vs. Trolltunga is definitely the longer, harder hike of the two.
However, for the Trolltunga hike, if you can park in the upper parking lot, the hike gets to be a lot shorter and easier, since you eliminate the big climb.
That evens things out for both hikes. For Kjeragbolten, the elevation gain is broken up into three separate climbs, so you get a chance to rest your legs a few times.
For Trolltunga, most of the elevation comes right at the very beginning, on a very steep climb which is why parking at the upper lot makes this hike much easier. For some of the steeper climbs there are chains so you can just use these. Kjeragbolten is more strenuous than Brennisteinsalda.
It features several steep climbs, compared to just one big climb on Brennisteinsalda. Plus, two of the climbs on Kjeragbolten are steeper, and can be slippery, which is why the chains are in place.
But, if you have hiked Brennisteinsalda, you should be just fine on Kjeragbolten. Cheers, Julie. What time would you recommend arrival and estimated start time to hike two adults? Were also looking to do Trolltunga and Pulpit. If you can start by 9 am, you would beat a lot of the crowds. The earlier the better if you want to hike without the crowds. Pulpit Rock will be the most crowded of the 3 hikes on your list. You definitely should plan to start that as early as possible.
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Season Kjerag is a seasonal hiking destination. Guided hikes If you are inexperienced or feel unsure about doing the trip, we recommend that you join a guided hike. Safety measures Rescue operations are triggered by hikers every year.
Do this Research the length, duration, and recommended physical conditioning for the hike you want to do. Check the weather conditions and always listen to local mountain residents. Buy or rent the right equipment for your trip. Always bring enough food, drinks, and an extra change of clothes in your backpack. Avoid this: Do not wear jeans, trainers, or other everyday clothing. Do not start your trip too late in the day, as you might risk having to hike in the dark. Never start your mountain hike without being in good enough physical shape.
Top mistakes tourists make. Photo : Film production: Kristian Paulsen selvestepaulsen. Weather conditions in the mountains Even if sunshine and fair weather are predicted, the weather conditions can change quickly.
Kjerag and the Lysefjord. Proper hiking equipment Pack a litre backpack to be sure that you have enough room for everything you need in the Norwegian mountains. Warm, suitable clothing Always bring suitable footwear. Food and drink Bring enough food and drink when you set out on a trip.
Summer hiking packing list. Toilets There are no toilets along the trails, so use the car park facilities before you start your hike. Other hiking routes in the area There are many other hikes around Kjerag and in the nearby areas, including easier options. Hiking in the Stavanger region. Kjerag - The Majesty of the Lysefjord, in Ryfylke.
At metres, Kjerag towers above the other peaks along the Lysefjord. As soon as we left the city, I could appreciate the beautiful Norwegian countryside. The weather was cloudy but pleasant. The drive was telling us a little bit about the local life. He also said they had a lot of snow, in some places up to 2 to 3m, and in the mountains up to 10m of snow, that year.
So, I was imagining that the fjords would be covered with snow, which for me would make it even more picturesque. It starts with a steep climb up the cliffs from m above sea level to m.
This is the steepest and most challenging part. The trail is full of ups and downs, and there are so many rocks, that sometimes I wondered if I were walking on the moon…. The chains attached to the ground helps a lot with footing, pulling yourself up and sliding down.
One of the most exciting parts was when I walked to the edge of the mountain and could see the fjord. What a breathtaking view! A mix of feelings that is very hard to explain… I just opened a smile like an innocent child in an awe-inspiring moment. Once I was on the top of the plateau, there were just a few small climbs and descents, before getting to Kjeragbolten.
The final 10m was covered with snow, and I even warned people who were taking pictures and said that it was more dangerous than on the top of the rock itself. As I replied, her boyfriend warned her to not look down. You also have the option of renting a car in Stavanger and taking the 2.
Some people also travel to Kjerag from Oslo. You can take the train from Oslo to Moi, then get a car from there to Oygardstolen — a journey that would take about 8 hours.
The hike to Kjerag is about 11 km long from Oygardstolen. It can take approximately hours to get to the summit and back again depending on your fitness level and hiking experience. Many of you may be wondering how to get onto the rock in Kjerag. A lot of people consider Kjeragbolten as the grand prize of the challenging hike.
The rock is about 2 metres 6.
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