About
Preikestolen, also known as Pulpit Rock, is a cliff formation in Forsand in the Rogaland region of Norway. It rises 604 metres above Lysefjord, and its flat summit is one of the country's best-known viewpoints.
What to expect
The main draw is the view. From the edge of the rock you look straight down the fjord, with its dark water and steep sides stretching into the distance. It is a place many visitors come to for the scenery alone, and the panoramic outlook is the reason it appears on so many lists of Norwegian landscapes.
Preikestolen is also a popular hiking destination. Reaching the summit is a walk rather than a casual stroll, so it suits people who enjoy being outdoors and are comfortable on rocky terrain. The surroundings are wild and open, and the walk is an experience in its own right.
Planning your visit
- Location: Preikestolen, 4110 Forsand, Norway, in the Rogaland area.
- Type of visit: A viewpoint and hiking destination, best suited to a day trip focused on the outdoors.
- Contact: +47 51 70 00 00.
Because the walk is physical and the cliff edge is exposed, it is worth wearing sturdy footwear and checking conditions before you set out. Bring warm layers too, as the weather over the fjord can change quickly.
Around the area
Preikestolen sits in the Lysefjord area of Rogaland, so a visit fits naturally into a wider trip through this part of western Norway. The fjord landscape around it is the setting that makes the viewpoint so striking, and the region is well suited to travellers who want to combine hiking with time spent among the mountains and water.
