FLØRLI
Norwegian Scenic hike
Flørli
Norwegian Scenic hike
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world’s longest wooden staircase
FLØRLI
Flørli is a demanding 6-kilometer hike, which takes 4 hours in total (roundtrip). The first 2 kilometers follow the famous 4,444 steps of the world’s longest wooden staircase. Once you’ve reached the mountaintop, we advise hiking the trail through the forest and on to the remain of the Flørli village down again. It is not recommended to hike the staircase downhill. Total elevation gain: 750 meters.
Distance - Round trip
6 km
Total elevation gain
750 meters
total time - Round trip
4-5 hours
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Getting to Flørli
Getting to Flørli by ferry
You can park your car at Lauvvik, Forsand, Songesand or Lysebotn and take a ferry to the roadless hamlet of Flørli from there. Click here for more information about schedules and booking.
About Flørli
Located halfway through the fjord lies roadless Flørli, which has been inhabited on and off since the 17th century. In 1916, construction began on a hydro-electric power plant, which supplied electricity to Stavanger. At its peak, 142 people were employed at the plant. The power station, water pipes and adjacent maintenance staircase are well preserved and give visitors a unique insight into Norwegian industrial history.
Today Flørli4444 offers acommedation and tasteful local food in the historic buildings in Flørli. They even have a schoolpub in the small schoolhouse! Visit www.florli.no for more information.
The trails
Due to its central location, Flørli provides a good base for those who want to stay a bit longer and explore the Lysefjord. There are several hiking trails starting in Flørli. At www.florli.no/florlihiking/, you can read more about day hikes from Flørli.
The Flørli staircase is part of the Lysefjorden Rundt Trail: one of the most spectacular multi-day hikes in Norway. The trail is 100 kilometers long and divided in 8 stages. The classic hikes of Kjerag, Preikestolen and Flørli are world-renowned hiking icons, and all located along the Lysefjorden Rundt Trail. Click on the logo below for more information.
Video presentation
If a picture says more than a thousand words, then a video is even better. Watch this presentational video borrowed from www.florli.no to experience the stunning location for yourself, and don´t tell us you won´t get tempted to try the hike yourself afterwards.
FLØRLI
When to go
Traditionally, June, July and August are the peak-season months, and guests from all over the world travel to our region. These months, days are very long, and the weather is often nice.
Photo: Hessel Harker
Safety
The staircase and trail are well facilitated and marked and should be easy to find and follow. However, there is always a risk of accident or sudden illness. Mountain rescue and emergency services are on standby.
In case of an emergency – dial 113
“Allemannsretten”
The Norwegian ‘allemannsretten’ (pronounced ALL-eh-mahns-ret-en) gives people the freedom to roam in nature, regardless of whether the land is publicly or privately owned.In Norway, and in Flørli, you hike at your own risk. The allemannsretten also assumes hikers behave responsible, taking other hikers´ and nature´s wellbeing into account.
Hiking with kids
Flørli is a moderate to demanding hike. When hiking the stairs, it is very important to take good care if you bring children. It is not recommended to take children under the age of 6.
Equipment
When hiking in the Norwegian mountains you need to be prepared. Be a pro and bring the right equipment. Your safety, wellbeing and a great experience depend on it. On the video below, you can see what type of clothes and equipment we recommend using throughout the year.
Photo: outdoorlifenorway
Preparations
The staircase starts in Flørli, right beside the power plant and the ferry quay. The first 2 kilometers follow the famous 4,444 steps of the world’s longest wooden staircase. Once you’ve reached the mountaintop, we advise hiking the trail through the forest and on to the remain of the Flørli village down again. It is not recommended to hike the staircase downhill.
Many visitors experience the staircase as moderate to demanding to hike. At its steepest, the staircase is 55 degrees steep. Some stretches, the staircase is located a few meters above the ground. We do not recommend taking dogs on the staircase.
Remember to eat a proper breakfast before the hike to ensure you’ll have energy throughout the day. Make sure you bring a backpack with a packed lunch, extra snacks and plenty of water.
Garbage facilities
There are garbage bins at the start only – there are no garbage bins along the trail.
We believe all hikers are nature lovers, who do not like to see garbage in nature. Please respect the common ‘leave no trace’ practice. Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints. If you can take something with you up the mountain, you can also take it back down.
Do not take disposable barbeques on your hike. It is our experience that many people do not take them home because they are hot. Smoke can be inconvenient for other hikers, and during periods of drought barbeques may pose a fire hazard..
Toilets
There are toilet facilities at the power plant facility/café only – there are no toilets along the trail.
Be prepared to be out in nature 4 hours, without having access to a toilet. Make sure you have visited the toilets at the start before starting your hike. If at all possible, we kindly ask you not to relieve yourself in nature. If you really must, please do not leave any toilet paper or other sanitary products behind.
Video presentation
Watch this video to see more from Flørli and its surroundings. From the legendary staircase to the magnificent fjord – this hike has it all.
Amazing Tour
«Small stairs and a loooong way up, but it’s beautiful and so worth doing. They marked the stairs every 500, the view on the way up is beautiful and it’s very different from all other hikes, to walk up all the stairs.
Great view from the top!»
Tripadvisor
Follow the «T»
The path is market with hand painted T’s on the rocks and trees. It’s an easy trek to follow all the way to the top.
Join us LIVE to learn more about Rockman and ask your questions! We will be joined by this_is_trista and amycbush of Team Adorkable and fredwnewton of swimruncom to discuss their gear and nutrition strategies. Since this will be their first time racing Rockman, we’ll evaluate and discuss their choices. If you don’t know these three, you’re in for a fun time!
Join us LIVE to learn more about Rockman and ask your questions! Nicolas Remires of Envol Coaching (envolswimrun), and the winning team of last year`s Rockman, will be live with us to talk about how to train and prepare for the race.
Introducing Rockman Swimrun Fika.. a series of LIVE sessions for you to get more information and ask questions about the Rockman Swimrun Race
Introducing Rockman Swimrun Fika.. a series of LIVE sessions for you to get more information and ask questions about the Rockman Swimrun Race
🥾 Watch to see us climbing the world’s longest wooden staircase, measuring in at an impressive 4444 steps and reaching 740 metres. Yes, that is a look of fear that you see on my face at the start of this climb!
Rockman!! Will there be a change to 2023? Will Rockman find the maiden? Will he return home to Fantahålå? More to come!!
Throwback 🇳🇴
This is the third of five episodes, each with a different topic about the race. Come and interact live with the Rockman crew and our guests! April 19 at 3pm ET / 8pm CET
This event will be streamed live on Facebook (Rockman Swimrun page) and YouTube (links in bio)
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This is the second of five episodes, each with a different topic about the race. Come and interact live with the Rockman crew! March 20 at 3pm ET / 8pm CET
This event will be streamed live on Facebook (Rockman Swimrun page) and YouTube (http://bit.ly/speedylizardstream).
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Live via the Facebook Rockman group and YouTube.com/SpeedyLizard
Keep an eye on our stories for more details.
All times 8pm CET / 2pm EST
Dates/Main topic:
2 Mar - Rockman Course
19 Mar - Interview Coach/Last years winner
19 Apr - Gear/Nutrition
29 May - Race Logistics, dos/dont`s
18 Aug - Live Race Brief. Weather, updates etc.
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Live via the Facebook Rockman group and YouTube.com/SpeedyLizard
Keep an eye on our stories for more details.
All times 8pm CET / 2pm EST
Dates/Main topic:
2 Mar - Rockman Course
19 Mar - Interview Coach/Last years winner
19 Apr - Gear/Nutrition
29 May - Race Logistics, dos/dont`s
18 Aug - Live Race Brief. Weather, updates etc.
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🏞 Accomplishing this and the hike down took the better part of our first day in the picturesque florli4444 , nestled deep into the Lysefjord.
🍰 The entire hamlet is staffed by a small and busy team, who between them sort all of the catering and accommodation. Luckily for us, they also found the time to make some delicious desserts (an early birthday cake for my boyfriend, waffles with jam and cream for me!) which we enjoyed as a post-walk treat.
⛰️ We stayed in this quiet corner of Norway for a single day, setting off the next morning to start a lengthy ascent to the famous Preikestolen.
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Flørli
Several hiking trails start in Flørli, some of which are connected to the Lysefjorden Rundt Trail
Lysefjorden
The Lysefjord – a unique hiking destination!
Photo: shutterstock, Flørili4444