Hike to Prest, Aurland

Welcome to Mt. Prest in Aurland

It's not a very long hike, but parts of the path are steep and there are sheer drops off the sides at times. To get to the starting point, you drive past the Stegastein viewing platform above Aurland. There's a car park just after the Bjørgo farm. Follow the path as it is sometimes poorly signposted. The first part, towards Hovden, is gentle but gets steeper further up. There's a sheer drop at Røyrgrindgjelet, where the path runs steeply down towards the farms below Prest.

The best views across the fjord landscape, Aurland and Flåm are from the beacon at 1,363 metres above sea level. The actual peak itself is just over 100 metres further up – in altitude, that is. If a longer trip is more your thing, you can carry on to Blåskavlen (1,809 metres above sea level), which is the highest peak in the municipality of Aurland. The trip to Prest is around 2.5 kilometres long and you should expect to spend just over 3 hours getting there and back.

If you just want to have a lovely fjord view turn left to Høgåsen where the path split to the right to Mt. Prest.

Important information about the trip to Mt. Prest

Parking: Parking in Kvammadal, 2 km from Stegastein Viewpoint. There are few parking spaces so it is recommended to take the bus to Prest - book your ticket here

Distance: 6.5 km round trip

Time: 2-3 hours

Difficulty: Challenging

Season: Mid-May - October

Toilet: Please note that there are no public toilets on the hike to Prest.

Water: Fill your bottle before the hike.

Leads are mandatory between April 1 and November 1. Your dog must not run loose.

Planning your hike

Before embarking on any hike, it’s essential to check current trail conditions, weather forecasts, and ensure you have the necessary equipment, especially for challenging hikes. The overview maps and information about the trip in this brochure is only for inspiration. Do not use this map for the hike. Buy a proper map or contact a guiding company in the Sognefjord.

We're delighted to have you visiting - thanks for showing respect and care during your stay.

1. Use marked toilets and trash bins

2. Stick to marked trails and roads

3. Don't feed the animals

4. Respect private property

5. Keep left on roads and use sidewalk to give way to local farmes

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