#hikewithkids #norway
When I first saw photos of Pulpit Rock, I honestly felt scared.
My first thought was: how would you do this hike with kids?
In my head, a huge cliff without railings felt extremely dangerous. And while it is a place where you need to be careful and use common sense, this hike turned out to be absolutely incredible - and very much doable with children, even in winter, if you prepare well.
🅿️ Practical information:
The trail starts at the parking area at Preikestolen BaseCamp. During the main season you can get there by bus, but in winter you’ll need a car. Parking costs around €30 for the whole day.
The hike is 8 km in total (there and back).
The trail is not technically difficult, but there is quite a lot of uphill walking and stone steps. The views along the way - and the final reward at Pulpit Rock - make every step worth it.
🥾 How to prepare:
Good clothing and proper footwear are essential, especially with kids. Children need to be comfortable, warm and safe to enjoy a hike.
The kids wore clothes from our favourite outdoor brand @namuk - functional, beautiful and made to keep them warm, comfortable and safe on the trail. Their winter boots were cosy and perfect for hiking.
🥪 Bring food and warm drinks - for energy and motivation. Nothing makes kids (and adults) hungry like a proper hike.
Is it dangerous?
Before the final part, there is a short section where the trail runs next to a drop. Even with my fear of heights, I didn’t feel particularly scared. Holding hands with the kids and keeping them on the rock side makes a big difference.
🌄 And Pulpit Rock itself?
The views are absolutely breathtaking. I didn’t go right to the edge, while others did - and we even witnessed a proposal (she said yes 😉). As always, it’s all about common sense.
👧👦 If you’re hiking with kids, take breaks when they need them and talk about the place and surroundings - it keeps them engaged along the way.
🤍 I truly recommend this hike. The views are stunning almost the entire way - and it is so, so worth it.
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