Hike to Pulpit Rock with stunning fjord views
Stavanger, Norway • 
Must Do
Must DoStavanger, Norway
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
11°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures and relatively low precipitation, ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures and relatively low precipitation, ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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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
April
LOW
-
Open
Not recommended
May
MEDIUM
8-15°C
May offers mild temperatures and moderate precipitation, making it a pleasant time for hiking.
May offers mild temperatures and moderate precipitation, making it a pleasant time for hiking.
Open
No significant restrictions; standard hiking preparations are sufficient.
No significant restrictions; standard hiking preparations are sufficient.
Recommended
May is an excellent time to hike Pulpit Rock, offering mild weather and moderate crowds. It's advisable to start hikes early to enjoy the trail with fewer people.
May is an excellent time to hike Pulpit Rock, offering mild weather and moderate crowds. It's advisable to start hikes early to enjoy the trail with fewer people.
June
HIGH
11-18°C
June brings warmer temperatures and relatively low precipitation, ideal for outdoor activities.
June brings warmer temperatures and relatively low precipitation, ideal for outdoor activities.
Open
Increased demand may require advance booking for accommodations and transportation.
Increased demand may require advance booking for accommodations and transportation.
Recommended
June offers favorable hiking conditions with warmer weather. However, expect higher crowd levels and plan accordingly by booking services in advance.
June offers favorable hiking conditions with warmer weather. However, expect higher crowd levels and plan accordingly by booking services in advance.
July
LOW
13-20°C
July features the warmest temperatures and the lowest chance of precipitation, providing optimal hiking conditions.
July features the warmest temperatures and the lowest chance of precipitation, providing optimal hiking conditions.
Open
High demand necessitates early reservations for accommodations, transportation, and parking.
High demand necessitates early reservations for accommodations, transportation, and parking.
Recommended
July offers excellent weather for hiking but is also the busiest month. To avoid crowds, consider starting your hike early in the morning or later in the afternoon.
July offers excellent weather for hiking but is also the busiest month. To avoid crowds, consider starting your hike early in the morning or later in the afternoon.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Direct bus services operate from Stavanger to the Pulpit Rock trailhead. Several companies offer express services, with multiple pick-up points in the city. Public bus line 100 to Jørpeland followed by a taxi is a budget option.
Car
Recommended
Driving from Stavanger is direct via Route 13 and the Ryfylke Tunnel. Follow signs to Preikestolen. Parking is available at P1 (trailhead) and P2 (1km further).
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis are available from Stavanger to Pulpit Rock, offering a direct but more expensive option. Alternatively, take public bus line 100 to Solbakk bus terminal and then a taxi to the trailhead.
Ferry
Historically, a ferry from Stavanger to Tau, followed by a bus to the trailhead, was used. While the ferry still operates, it is less common now due to the Ryfylke Tunnel.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Age
Suitable for all ages
