Kjeragbolten, located on Norway’s Kjerag mountain, is a dramatic boulder suspended nearly 3,300 feet (1,000 meters) above the fjord below. Wedged in a mountain crevice, the remarkable rock attracts adventurers from around the world.
The hike to Kjerag is not an easy one, covering just under 3.5 miles both directions. It generally takes about 5-6 hours, but those who make it are rewarded with breathtaking views from the Kjerag plateau and, of course, the Kjeragbolten.
The first picture of this boulder was taken Thomas Peter Randulff in 1925. Today it’s a massively popular site, drawing thousands of visitors every year. Despite it’s intimidating location and look, nobody has ever fallen off Kjerag’s Boulder as far as officials are aware.
That said, a slip from the boulder would almost certainly be fatal. If it’s windy, if the rock is slippery from ice, snow, or rain, or if you suffer from any form of vertigo, you should avoid going out on the boulder. Around 45% of hikers choose not to go on it, so don’t feel bad if it’s not something you’d want to do. You can just snap a picture and enjoy it’s beauty.
