Best Hikes in Bergen

Gateway to the fjords

Bergen is surrounded by seven mountains, each offering unique hiking experiences. From the iconic Fløyen funicular to the challenging Ulriken summit, Bergen's trails combine city accessibility with dramatic fjord views. The city serves as a perfect base for exploring Hardanger's famous hikes including Trolltunga and the surrounding waterfall trails.

4 trails in Bergen

Fløyen Easy

Fløyen

Bergen, Vestland

Bergen's most iconic viewpoint with easy forest walks at the summit.

⏱ 30 minutes to a half day, depending on the chosen walk📏 Variable: short summit loops to longer mountain routes⛰ 320 m from the city centre if walking
Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall Easy

Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall

Bergen, Vestland

Walk behind a 50-metre Hardanger waterfall on a quick, family-friendly stop near Norheimsund.

⏱ 30 minutes📏 0.5 km⛰ Minimal (waterfall drop: 50 m)
Stoltzekleiven Hard

Stoltzekleiven

Bergen, Vestland

Bergen's 908-step staircase: 30 intense minutes from Fjellveien to Sandviksfjellet views.

⏱ About 30 minutes up📏 0.9 km one way⛰ 315 m
Ulriken Hard

Ulriken

Bergen, Vestland

A demanding 2 km ascent to Bergen's 643 m high point via roughly 1,400 Oppstemten steps, with Ulriksbanen as a separate option.

⏱ 1.5 hours up by Oppstemten; longer for Vidden📏 About 2 km up by Oppstemten; Vidden is a separate longer route⛰ About 540 m from the lower station

Related Regions

Hardanger

Hardanger

Trolltunga and dramatic fjords

7 trails
Oslo

Oslo

Capital region with forest trails

2 trails
Sunnmøre

Sunnmøre

The Sunnmøre Alps

6 trails