PLAN YOUR STAY IN THE LYSEFJORD

The 42-km-long Lysefjord is one of the most scenic and diverse fjords in Norway. There is a range of attractions and activities to choose from. On this page, we have gathered our recommended itineraries, information about hiking to Preikestolen, Kjerag, Flørli, and lots of other gems, cycling around the Lysefjord, and more. You will also find our travel planner here, with information about accommodation, activities, restaurants, and transportation.

Recommended Lysefjord Itineraries 

3-5 days

May-October

2 ferries

Activity level: high

Highlights of the Lysefjord

Day-hikes to Lysefjord’s classic hiking icons: Preikestolen, Flørli, Kjerag

An itinerary for the active hiker who wants to combine ticking off the highlights with a fjord cruise through the entire Lysefjord.

3-6 days

May-October

3 ferries

Activity level: low

Slow down in the Lysefjord

Travel slow and enjoy the good life at local small-scale venues

Combine traveling through the wild Lysefjord, far away from the rest of the world, with spending time at authentic local accommodation sites.

6-10 days

May-October

3 ferries

Activity level: moderate to high

Active in the Lysefjord

Experience both water and mountain activities

Besides hiking the Lysefjord offers great opportunities for fjord cruises, horse-back riding, kayaking, biking, and more. 

4-5 days

June-September

1 ferry

Activity level: very high

Hiking along the Lysefjord

Hike the most spectacular parts of the Lysefjord.

Preikestolen, Flørli and Kjerag are just some of the highlights of this itinerary, which includes hiking the best stretches of the Lysefjorden Rundt Trail, providing world-class fjord views, and a real challenge!

Hiking

The Lysefjord is an eldorado for hikers. In addition to world-famous Preikestolen, Kjerag, and Flørli hikes, there are tens of kilometers of other spectacular trails. There are plenty of opportunities for those who want to stay a little longer, discover a little more, and experience magnificent nature and tranquility, off the beaten track.

You can hike the complete or parts of the Lysefjord Rundt Trail, circumnavigating the entire fjord, or choose one of our top 10 favorite day hikes. Here you will find the entire overview:

Preikestolen

Formed by melting glaciers more than 10,000 year ago, Preikestolen is the most iconic natural landmark in Norway. Atop the 604 meters high cliff, you will experience the Lysefjord and find some of the most dramatic views Fjord Norway has to offer.

Kjerag

Approx. 10.000 years ago, massive glaciers formed the Norwegian fjords and mountains, and in this process the Kjerag boulder was wedged into a mountain crevasse at 1.000 meter above sea level. The boulder offers the most amazing views over the 42 km long Lysefjorden.

Flørli

Challenge yourself and hike the world’s longest wooden staircase, reaching an elevation of 750 meters above sea-level. On the way up, you’ll enjoy jaw-dropping views of the Lysefjord and surrounding mountains.

Top 10 day hikes

The Lysefjord offers some of the world’s most iconic hikes. The classics Preikestolen, Kjerag and Flørli are most known, but the 42 km long Lysefjord is also home to a wide range of other more off the beaten track hikes, all with great vistas. We have selected our local favorites for you!

Lysefjorden Rundt

Lysefjorden Rundt is one of the country’s most spectacular multi-day hiking trails. The trail connects Preikestolen, Kjerag, Flørli and a wide range of lesser-known rock formations, viewpoints, mountain farms and more.

Cycle around the fjord

Lysefjordruta

Lysefjordruta is a new bicycle route (2022) connecting all gateways, towns and attractions around the Lysefjord. Cycling around the fjord, you will experience nature in a completely different way. The landscape slowly slips by, while you can still cover fairly large areas in one day. Traveling by bicycle, it is easy to stop at viewpoints and attractions along the way.

Travel planner

In Lysefjorden you will find a number of providers in accommodation, activities and transport. Use the categories in the travel planner below to find and book your stay and experiences in the Lysefjord.

Lysefjorden is certified as a sustainable destination. All companies with an environmental certification are marked with a green tust.

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Accommodation

Here you will find an overview of different players that offer accommodation in and around the Lysefjord.
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Activities

Here you will find an overview of activities offered in and around the Lysefjord.
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F&B

Here you will find an overview of the different restaurants in and around the Lysefjord
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Transport

An overview of the various players that offer transport in and around the Lysefjord.