What the Kjeragbolten is
The Kjeragbolten, also written Kjerag bolt or called the Kjerag stone, is the well-known boulder in the Kjerag area above the Lysefjord. It sits wedged in a narrow gap between two rock walls, above a drop. The photos make it the symbol of the mountain, but the boulder is only one part of a mountain hike.
You do not need to step onto the stone to have hiked Kjerag. Many visitors come for the walk and the views of the fjord and look at the boulder from beside it. This page describes the place and does not encourage anyone to step out.
Kjeragbolten hike: what to plan for
Practical points before you go.
Season
The 2026 season has ended, and road and trail are expected to reopen on 1 May 2027. That is an expected date, so check the current status first. The full hike is described on the Kjerag hike page.
Safety
Do not assume railings, supervision or rescue cover are in place at the boulder. Stepping onto it is your own decision, and nothing about the hike requires it.
Weather
Mountain weather changes. Check the forecast on the day and read our notes on weather and season before you set out.
Parking
Parking at the trailhead costs NOK 300 for more than 2 hours (2026). Details are on the Kjerag page.
Our pick: hike to the Kjeragbolten
This tour names both Kjerag and the Kjeragbolten boulder and comes with a local guide and transport from Stavanger.
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Kjeragbolten hikes with a guide from Stavanger
Guided day trips to Kjerag with transport. Both leave from the Stavanger area.
Kjeragbolten tour or on your own
Two ways to get there.
With a guided tour
A guided Kjerag hike from Stavanger takes about 11 to 12 hours. Hotel pick-up is included in the group version, so you do not drive the mountain road yourself. See the guided Kjerag hikes for the comparison.
With your own car
You drive up the Lysevegen from Lysebotn, which is seasonal and weather dependent. An open ferry quay in Lysebotn does not mean the mountain road is open. More in the Lysebotn guide.
Seeing the Kjeragbolten responsibly
Ways to enjoy the place without taking risks.
Photos show the boulder from close up, and they can make it look like a stop on a short walk. It is not. It is one point on a long mountain hike, and the effort of getting there is part of the plan. Allow the full day and bring food and water.
If other visitors are already at the boulder, there may be a wait. You can watch from a distance and decide later, or skip it entirely. The hike keeps its value without the step. The views of the fjord from the plateau are a reason to go on their own.
The guided versions are day trips of 11 to 12 hours from Stavanger, with transport. The group tour includes a guide and the private tour includes a private guide. Neither is a promise that conditions allow a visit on your date, so keep your plans flexible.
To compare with the other well-known viewpoint of the fjord, read about Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), which is a separate hike with its own conditions.
Kjeragbolten: frequently asked questions
What is the Kjeragbolten?
A boulder wedged in a narrow gap between two rock walls in the Kjerag area, with a long drop below it.
Do I have to stand on the Kjeragbolten?
No. You can hike Kjerag and enjoy the views without stepping onto it.
Is there a railing or supervision at the boulder?
Do not assume so. Railings, supervision and rescue cover should not be taken for granted.
When can I hike to the Kjeragbolten?
After the 2026 season, road and trail are expected to reopen on 1 May 2027. Check the current status before you plan around that date.
How much is parking at Kjerag?
NOK 300 for more than 2 hours (2026). Guided tours may include the parking fee.