Preikestolen: Majestic Views in Norway

An absolutely incredible place, out of this world. The climb is quite steep, so if you have any knee, ankle, or leg problems in general, I wouldn't recommend going up. It took us two hours to go up and two to come down, and we have a moderate level of physical activity on a daily basis.

Great destination! Enjoyed the open trail and peaceful outdoor atmosphere.

The hike requires a bit of effort, but it's definitely worth it. The view from Preikestolen is incredible, weather permitting.

The route is steep and challenging at the beginning (you need to be in good shape, not suitable for everyone), leading to Pulpit Rock, a rocky viewpoint overlooking the valley and the Lysefjord. The effort is well worth it, with breathtaking views of lakes and natural waterfalls along the way. There's a lot of granite rock, wooden walkways, and stone steps adapted to the environment. The scenery is picture-perfect, but unfortunately, we went on a rainy and foggy day in the middle of August. The sun came out on the way down (a common occurrence in the area), which prevented us from seeing the full panorama from the top. But it's not a normal route. The most important thing is to wear non-slip footwear, quality all-terrain and mountain boots. You have to be physically prepared; it's a tough and dangerous climb in many sections. Wear technical clothing, a windbreaker, and avoid cotton. If you sweat, you won't dry off, it will feel heavy, and you could catch a bad cold. Most importantly, we saw many falls due to not having the proper equipment. The rescue helicopter passed by twice. Above all, approaching the edges and narrow passages is very dangerous, as there is a 604-meter drop, and there are no lifeguards or anyone who can help. You can only call 113 in case of emergency or the base camp 4 km further down. I just wish there were more safety railings in some areas, as a slip could be dangerous, especially in the rain. We saw people even wearing heels for photos, and I remember more than seven falls; one of them had to be airlifted out by helicopter, which says it all. Also, you can get there by car, campervan, or bus. There's a bar area, shops, parking, restrooms, and a refillable natural water source at the start of the climb.

Incredible place! We spent 4 hours on everything!