The hike from The Bolder to Preikestolen Basecamp is so spectacular that it will take your breath away. You will hike along the Lysefjord 75% of the time, giving you amazing nature experiences along the way.
How long is The Bolder to Preikestolen Basecamp hike?
This is a demanding but spectacular hike. The hike is a total of 18 kilometres round trip, but it is recommended that you only walk it one way. You can also walk from Preikestolen Basecamp if you wish.
How do I get to The Bolder?
Park at The Bolder Skylodges at Høllesli, around 10 minutes' drive from Jørpeland. From Stavanger, drive through the Ryfast undersea tunnel to Solbakk and on to Høllesli.
When is the season for the tour?
The main season is from May - October.
Tour description
At the start, the terrain is slightly hilly with many small ups and downs. The trail crosses the Lysefjord by several hundred metres and winds along mountain cliffs and gorges, including Skjerajuvet, Fantagjuvet and Fantahålå, and through magnificent scenery past countless panoramic viewpoints.
When you've walked around 4.5 kilometres, it's worth taking a photo break at ‘Fantapytten’ - Lysefjord's ‘infinity pool’.
The trail then turns away from the Lysefjord. You continue through a lush forest to Revsvatnet lake and on to Preikestolen Basecamp.
Important info for the hike
- Wear good shoes and bring warm clothes
- Remember food and drink
- Packing list for the hike - and everything else you need to know about hiking in Western Norway
The hike is one of the stages of Stavanger Tourist Association's signature hike Lysefjorden Rundt.