Bergen-hiking-areas
Top Hiking Areas in Bergen, Norway
Bergen, often referred to as the “Gateway to the Fjords,” offers numerous opportunities for hiking enthusiasts. Here are some of the best hiking areas you should explore:
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Mount Fløyen (Fjellstupe)
- Elevation: 320 meters above sea level
- Difficulty: Easy
- Access: Funicular or a steep walk from Bergen city center
- Highlights: The Fløibanen funicular offers panoramic views of the city, and the hike to Fjellstupe provides breathtaking vistas of Bergen.
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Mount Ulriken (Ulriken643)
- Elevation: 643 meters above sea level
- Difficulty: Easy
- Access: Cable car or a steep walk from Fjellveien road
- Highlights: The highest of the seven mountains surrounding Bergen, Ulriken offers stunning views and a café at the summit.
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Mount Lawaren (Løvstakkene)
- Elevation: 450 meters above sea level
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Access: Bus from Bergen city center to Rådalshaug, then a steep hike uphill
- Highlights: The trail offers beautiful views of the city and the fjords. The summit is marked by a large cross.
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Mount Sandviken (Sandviksfjellet)
- Elevation: 370 meters above sea level
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Access: Bus from Bergen city center to Fjellveien road, then a steep hike uphill
- Highlights: The trail takes you through forests and offers panoramic views of the city and the fjords.
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Mount Vindenes (Vindenesfjellet)
- Elevation: 470 meters above sea level
- Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
- Access: Bus from Bergen city center to Korsvika, then a steep hike uphill
- Highlights: The trail offers beautiful views of the surrounding fjords and islands. It’s less crowded than some other trails around Bergen.
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Mount Rundemanen (Rundemanen)
- Elevation: 517 meters above sea level
- Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
- Access: Bus from Bergen city center to Sørmorkedal, then a steep hike uphill
- Highlights: The trail offers breathtaking views of the fjords and the city. It’s a bit more challenging than some other trails but well worth it for the stunning vistas.