Kjerag

#15 among destinations in Norway

Natural attraction, Mountain, Park

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Kjerag, a majestic mountain located in Rogaland county, Norway, stands as a natural marvel and a beacon for adventurers from around the globe. Towering at an altitude of 1,110 meters, Kjerag is renowned for its striking plateau and the heart-stopping Kjeragbolten, a boulder wedged in a mountain crevasse, suspended above a 984-meter deep abyss.

The mountain's sheer cliffs offer unparalleled views of the Lysefjorden below, making it a prized destination for base jumpers and thrill-seekers. Hikers are drawn to Kjerag not only for the adrenaline rush but also for the breathtaking scenery that can be witnessed from its summit. The trek to reach Kjeragbolten is a challenging 10-kilometer hike, demanding a good level of fitness, but the reward is a once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity, standing atop the precariously placed boulder.

Kjerag's allure extends beyond the summer months, as the winter season transforms the landscape into a frosty wonderland, popular among ice climbers and winter hikers. Despite its remote location, Kjerag remains accessible to visitors, with guided tours and well-marked trails facilitating the journey to its peak.

Alternative names: Elevation: 3642 ftCoordinates: 59°2'6"N, 6°35'30"E

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RogalandNorway

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Kjerag – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lyse Chapel, Kjeragbolten, Kjeragfossen.

3 miNE
Church
Lyse Chapel
77 min walk • Lyse Chapel is a parish church of the Church of Norway in the eastern part of the large Sandnes Municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. It is located in the very small village of Lysebotn, at the end of the Lysefjorden. It is one of the two churches for the Forsand parish which is part of the Sandnes prosti in the Diocese of Stavanger.
1.2 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Kjeragbolten
30 min walk • Kjeragbolten is a boulder on the mountain Kjerag in Sandnes municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The rock itself is a 5-cubic-metre glacial deposit wedged in the mountain's crevasse. It is a popular tourist destination and is accessible without any climbing equipment. However, it is suspended above a 984-metre deep abyss.
~1710 ftSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Kjeragfossen
9 min walk • Kjeragfossen is a waterfall in the municipality of Sandnes in Rogaland county, Norway. The 715-metre waterfall cascades down from the Kjerag plateau on the south shore of the Lysefjorden. It is one of the highest waterfalls in Norway and one of the highest in the world.