Experience Bergen's 7 mountains hiking challenge
Bergen, Norway • 
Underrated
UnderratedBergen, Norway
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
11°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, ideal for extended hiking trips, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, ideal for extended hiking trips, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
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Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
0-4°C
Cold with frequent rain and occasional snow; slightly longer daylight hours.
Cold with frequent rain and occasional snow; slightly longer daylight hours.
Closed
Most high-altitude trails remain closed; lower trails may be accessible but conditions are challenging.
Most high-altitude trails remain closed; lower trails may be accessible but conditions are challenging.
Not recommended
February continues to experience cold and wet conditions with limited daylight. High-altitude trails are generally closed, and lower trails can be muddy and slippery. Tourist numbers are low, and prices remain affordable.
February continues to experience cold and wet conditions with limited daylight. High-altitude trails are generally closed, and lower trails can be muddy and slippery. Tourist numbers are low, and prices remain affordable.
March
LOW
1-7°C
Cool temperatures with increasing daylight; frequent rain.
Cool temperatures with increasing daylight; frequent rain.
Closed
High-altitude trails may begin to thaw but remain hazardous; lower trails are muddy.
High-altitude trails may begin to thaw but remain hazardous; lower trails are muddy.
Not recommended
March marks the transition from winter to spring, with longer days and slightly warmer temperatures. However, trails are often muddy due to melting snow, and high-altitude routes remain unsafe. Tourist activity is still low, and prices are reasonable.
March marks the transition from winter to spring, with longer days and slightly warmer temperatures. However, trails are often muddy due to melting snow, and high-altitude routes remain unsafe. Tourist activity is still low, and prices are reasonable.
April
LOW
4-11°C
Milder temperatures with longer daylight; frequent rain.
Milder temperatures with longer daylight; frequent rain.
Closed
Many trails undergo maintenance; some may be closed or have limited access.
Many trails undergo maintenance; some may be closed or have limited access.
Not recommended
April brings milder weather and longer days, but trails can be muddy and are often undergoing maintenance. High-altitude routes may still be unsafe. Tourist numbers begin to rise slightly, and prices remain moderate.
April brings milder weather and longer days, but trails can be muddy and are often undergoing maintenance. High-altitude routes may still be unsafe. Tourist numbers begin to rise slightly, and prices remain moderate.
May
MEDIUM
8-15°C
May in Bergen offers mild temperatures and relatively lower rainfall, making it a pleasant time for hiking.
May in Bergen offers mild temperatures and relatively lower rainfall, making it a pleasant time for hiking.
Open
Some high-altitude trails may still be affected by residual snow; it's advisable to check local trail conditions.
Some high-altitude trails may still be affected by residual snow; it's advisable to check local trail conditions.
Recommended
May provides favorable weather conditions and manageable crowd levels, making it an excellent time to undertake the 7 mountains hiking challenge.
May provides favorable weather conditions and manageable crowd levels, making it an excellent time to undertake the 7 mountains hiking challenge.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Bus line 6 to Lyderhornsveien stop or line 44 to Gravdal for the main trailhead. For Ulriken, use lines 5, 6, or 12 to Montana.
Cable Car
Recommended
The Ulriksbanen cable car transports hikers from its lower station near Haukeland University Hospital to the summit of Mount Ulriken.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis can drop passengers off at trailheads, such as Gravdal for Lyderhorn or near the Ulriken cable car station.
Car
Drive to Gravdalsbakken for Lyderhorn, or utilize parking at Haukeland hospital or Montana Hostel for Ulriken.
Walking
Walking from the city center to the Montana trailhead for Ulriken takes about an hour. The journey on foot from central Bergen to the Lyderhorn area is approximately 7.5 km.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
