About
Lysefjord is a fjord in Forsand, in the Rogaland region of south-western Norway. It runs about 42 kilometres inland, with steep sides that rise sharply from the water, and it is also known by its alternative name, Lysefjorden. The address for visitors is Forsand, 4110 Forsand, Norway.
What draws visitors
The fjord is best known for two landmarks that sit above its shores. The first is Preikestolen, also called Pulpit Rock, a flat-topped cliff that many visitors come to see from above. The second is Kjeragbolten, a boulder wedged between the walls of a ravine high over the fjord. Both are reached on foot, and the walks to them are among the most dramatic hiking experiences in Norway.
What a visit involves
- Hiking to the cliff and boulder viewpoints, which are the main reason most people come.
- Taking in the scale of the fjord, whose long, steep-sided course is striking from the water and the surrounding heights.
- Combining a day on the fjord with the wider Rogaland area around Forsand and Lysebotn.
Because the routes are demanding and the terrain is steep, it is sensible to check conditions and plan your walk in advance, and to wear sturdy footwear and carry suitable clothing, whatever the season. For questions before you set out, the listed contact number is +47 51 70 92 02.
If you enjoy big landscapes and walking with a clear goal in view, Lysefjord offers a visit built around its cliffs, its boulder and the long, dramatic line of the water between them.
