It is easy to get to Preikestolen BaseCamp by car, bus or ferry.
From Stavanger, the journey goes through the Ryfast tunnel and on to Jørpeland and Preikestolen, and by car the journey takes around 30–40 minutes.
Here you will find information about transportation to Preikestolen BaseCamp, so that you can easily find the option that best suits your trip.
By car
Drive from Stavanger via Ryfast – the tunnel towards Jørpeland and follow the signs for Preikestolen.
By bus/organised tours (high season)
There are direct transport options from Stavanger city centre:
Important information about low season
The direct buses do not operate in the low season.
We then recommend the following itinerary:
Strand Taxi Tel. + 47 51 74 54 20 // Home - Strand Taxi
For more information about the ferries, click here: lysefjorden365.com
The car park at BaseCamp is owned and operated by Stiftelsen Preikestolen.
It has a capacity of 1000 cars, and offers 20 new charging stations for those who need to charge up before heading home. Prices vary.
The parking fee for short-term visitors
kr 40 for up to 2 hours.
Parking fee for hikers/day-trippers
kr 275 per day.
As an overnight guest or a day visitor staying for over two hours (team building, courses, and conferences, etc.) at Preikestolen BaseCamp, you get free parking.
Please contact staff before leaving the BaseCamp area so you can get a QR code for the parking barrier.
The weather changes quickly in Lysefjorden, and you must be prepared for sun, wind, and rain all on the same trip. We have made suggested packing lists for summer and winter.
We recommend the following for a comfortable and safe trip during the summer season:
Preikestolen can be visited all year round, and the winter season usually extends from October to April. In the winter months, the trail can be covered by both snow and ice, and the trip therefore requires a bit more preparation than in the summer.
If you’re unsure of what you need for a winter trip to Preikestolen, the packing list below is a good starting point. Crampons, poles, and warm layers are among the items that can make the trip safer and more comfortable.
We recommend the following for a comfortable and safe trip during the winter season:
It's easy to forget something when you're travelling. If you've forgotten anything at our place, please contact us as soon as possible and no later than 14 days afterwards. Please include the following information in your enquiry:
Name, phone number, email address, dates of visit, and a description of what is lost/forgotten.
All valuables will be handed over to the police. All other lost property will be stored with us for 14 days. Worthless items will be discarded; clothes, shoes, and similar items will be collected and sent to Fretex. Lost property can be sent to your home. We only send via cash on delivery (with a fee).
The service costs kr 300 + postage.
Tour planner:
UT.no
Tourist information:
Visit Ryfylke
Visit Ryfylke
Stavanger region
Visit Norway
Guidance
www.lysefjorden.com
It is about a 40-minute drive, and public transport via Kolumbus is also available.
Yes, there is a parking fee for tourists visiting only Preikestolen. If you have stayed overnight or dined in the restaurant, parking is free.
Yes, gift cards can be purchased digitally or physically. All gift cards are valid for one year from the date of purchase.
The website features a webcam that shows conditions at BaseCamp in real time.
Yes, we collaborate with Ryfylke Adventures, among others, who offer guided boat tours in Lysefjorden.
Yes, the Adventure Centre rents out items such as traction cleats, backpacks, and other hiking gear all year round.
Yes, the business is certified as an Eco-Lighthouse.
Call us at +47 51 74 20 74 or send an email to booking@preikestolenbasecamp.com>.
Yes, there is tourist information available, and staff who are happy to give you tips for your trip.
