Cruise Lysefjord with stunning cliff views
Stavanger, Norway • 
Must Do
Must DoStavanger, Norway
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Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
10°C – 18°C, june brings warm temperatures between 10°c and 18°c, with nearly 20 hours of daylight, high crowds, peak season
10°C – 18°C, june brings warm temperatures between 10°c and 18°c, with nearly 20 hours of daylight, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
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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
-4-1°C
Cold conditions persist with occasional snow and rain.
Cold conditions persist with occasional snow and rain.
Closed
Cruise operations remain limited; some guided winter hikes may be available.
Cruise operations remain limited; some guided winter hikes may be available.
Not recommended
February continues to experience cold weather and limited daylight. While cruises are scarce, some guided winter activities might be offered for those prepared for winter conditions.
February continues to experience cold weather and limited daylight. While cruises are scarce, some guided winter activities might be offered for those prepared for winter conditions.
March
LOW
-1-4°C
Gradual warming with mixed precipitation; snow begins to melt.
Gradual warming with mixed precipitation; snow begins to melt.
Closed
Limited cruise services; some operators may resume operations towards the end of the month.
Limited cruise services; some operators may resume operations towards the end of the month.
Not recommended
March sees a transition towards milder weather, but conditions can still be unpredictable. Limited cruise services may resume late in the month, and hiking trails might remain challenging due to residual snow and ice.
March sees a transition towards milder weather, but conditions can still be unpredictable. Limited cruise services may resume late in the month, and hiking trails might remain challenging due to residual snow and ice.
April
MEDIUM
1-8°C
Milder temperatures with increasing daylight; occasional rain.
Milder temperatures with increasing daylight; occasional rain.
Open
Most cruise operators resume services; some hiking trails may still be wet or muddy.
Most cruise operators resume services; some hiking trails may still be wet or muddy.
Recommended
April marks the beginning of the tourist season in Lysefjord. With milder weather and longer days, cruises become more available, and the landscape starts to bloom. It's a good time to visit before the peak summer crowds arrive.
April marks the beginning of the tourist season in Lysefjord. With milder weather and longer days, cruises become more available, and the landscape starts to bloom. It's a good time to visit before the peak summer crowds arrive.
May
LOW
8-15°C
May offers pleasant temperatures ranging from 8°C to 15°C, with extended daylight hours (17-19 hours). While rainfall is still common, the weather is generally favorable for outdoor activities.
May offers pleasant temperatures ranging from 8°C to 15°C, with extended daylight hours (17-19 hours). While rainfall is still common, the weather is generally favorable for outdoor activities.
Open
Some services may have limited schedules early in the month.
Some services may have limited schedules early in the month.
Recommended
May is an excellent time to visit Lysefjord, offering a balance between favorable weather and manageable crowd levels. It's advisable to book accommodations and activities in advance, especially towards the end of the month.
May is an excellent time to visit Lysefjord, offering a balance between favorable weather and manageable crowd levels. It's advisable to book accommodations and activities in advance, especially towards the end of the month.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Stavanger's bus network (Kolumbus) provides access to the cruise area. Key stops near the piers include Klubbgata, Jorenholmen, and Olav Vs Gate. Lines 1, 2, 4, 8, 10, and X40 serve these stops.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis are readily available throughout Stavanger and offer a direct route to the cruise departure point.
Walking
Recommended
The cruise departure point is easily reachable on foot from central Stavanger.
Car
Driving is feasible, with paid parking garages like P-Valberghallen and P-Posten available near the piers.
Train
Stavanger Stasjon is a short walk (15-20 minutes) or bus ride from the Skagenkaien area.
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
