Stoltzekleiven
More than 900 stone steps climb straight up Sandvik Mountain beside the city centre. This “leg-burner” hiking route is loved by locals, and the top offers views over the harbour.
Stoltzekleiven is a stone-stepped climbing trail that begins near Sandviken. It has about 900 steps and climbs roughly 300 meters to the Sandvik Mountain viewpoint, which overlooks Bergen harbour and Bryggen. Each autumn, the “Stoltzen Opp” stair race is held here. A typical climber needs 30 to 60 minutes. From the top, you can follow mountain trails to the summit of Fløyen and then take the funicular back down. It is free and open all day. The steps can be slippery after rain, so watch your footing.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Mount Fløyen & Fløibanen Funicular
- Hanseatic Museum & Schøtstuene
- St Mary's Church (Mariakirken)
- Bryggens Museum
- Bryggen
- Bergen Fish Market
- KODE Art Museums
- Bergenhus Fortress & Haakon's Hall