Ride Ulriken643 Cable Car to Mount Ulriken
Bergen, Norway • 
Must Do
Must DoBergen, Norway
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
11°C – 18°C, warmer temperatures with longer daylight hours; occasional rain showers, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 18°C, warmer temperatures with longer daylight hours; occasional rain showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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A traveler takes Ulriken643 cable car up to Mount Ulriken.
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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
-1-5°C
Cold and wet conditions with occasional snow.
Cold and wet conditions with occasional snow.
Open
Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed on Mondays.
Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed on Mondays.
Not recommended
February offers limited daylight and cold, wet weather. While the cable car operates with reduced hours, the conditions are not ideal for outdoor activities.
February offers limited daylight and cold, wet weather. While the cable car operates with reduced hours, the conditions are not ideal for outdoor activities.
March
LOW
0-7°C
Gradual warming with persistent rainfall.
Gradual warming with persistent rainfall.
Open
Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed on Mondays.
Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed on Mondays.
Not recommended
March sees a slight improvement in weather and daylight, but conditions remain wet and cool. The cable car operates with reduced hours, and visitor numbers are still low.
March sees a slight improvement in weather and daylight, but conditions remain wet and cool. The cable car operates with reduced hours, and visitor numbers are still low.
April
MEDIUM
3-10°C
Milder temperatures with decreasing rainfall.
Milder temperatures with decreasing rainfall.
Open
Open daily from 9 AM to 11 PM.
Open daily from 9 AM to 11 PM.
Recommended
April marks the beginning of spring with milder weather and longer days. The cable car resumes full operating hours, making it a favorable time to visit before the summer crowds arrive.
April marks the beginning of spring with milder weather and longer days. The cable car resumes full operating hours, making it a favorable time to visit before the summer crowds arrive.
May
MEDIUM
8-15°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall; spring blossoms are in full bloom.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall; spring blossoms are in full bloom.
Open
No significant restrictions; all facilities operate with regular hours.
No significant restrictions; all facilities operate with regular hours.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels, making it an excellent time to visit before the peak summer season.
May offers pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels, making it an excellent time to visit before the peak summer season.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
City buses (5, 6, 12, 16E) stop near the cable car at Haukeland Sjukehus Nord and Montana. From the stops, it's a short walk to the Ulriksbanen cable car entrance.
Shuttle
Recommended
The Ulriken Express Bus operates seasonally (April 1st - October 15th) from Torgallmenningen 1A, near the Tourist Information office, to the cable car station.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis provide direct drop-off at the cable car station entrance.
Car
Parking is extremely limited at the cable car. The recommended parking is at Haukeland Hospital garage, a 5-10 minute walk away.
Walking
Walking to the cable car station takes approximately 45-60 minutes from the city center. Hiking trails also lead to the summit, including the Oppstemten trail.
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
