Stoltzekleiven, also called Stoltzen, climbs 315.5 meters via 801 steps (give or take depending on who’s counting). It is among the quickest ways up Sandviksfjellet, one of the seven mountains surrounding Bergen. From the top of Stoltzen,you can see three of the seven mountains, lined up. 

How to get there

• By bus: Use the Skyss Travel Planner to find the best route to Bergen Sentrum or a stop closer to the start of Stoltzekleiven on Fjellveien. See our transportation guide for more on getting around in Bergen. 
• On foot: Walk up to Fjellveien and head north until you reach Fjellveien 13, where Stoltzekleiven starts. Here is a walking route to Stoltzekleiven from Byparken. You can't miss the start: look for the stone monument with Stoltzekleiven ingraved. 
• More directions: see directions from the city centre here.

The Stoltzekleiven Hike

• Fjellveien route: start in Fjellveien, 3.11 km. 
• Stoltzekleiven Opp route: Follow the Stoltzekleiven Opp route (0.8 km). Note: UT.no is a useful tool for getting outdoors in Norway, but only available in Norwegian. Keep Google translate handy. 
• More routes:  Explore the interactive map at UT.no to search for more options. Select "fotturer" to filter for hiking routes only, and zoom in on Bergen to find local trails. 

What is Stoltzekleiven Opp

Stoltzekleiven is frequented by locals for exercise and those training for the annual race to the top of Stoltzekleiven called Stoltzekleiven Opp (Uphill running in English). Stoltzekleiven Opp is the steepest race in the world which draws athletes and locals from across Bergen and Norway. The route starts from Fjellveien, and the event lasts for 2 days in the end of September. It is best known as being a tough uphill running competition, although you do not have to necessarily compete to join. Remember to sign up early, as this is a very popular event! Perhaps you can set a new speed record for ascending Stoltzekleiven. The record from Stoltzekleiven Opp currently stands at 7:46 minutes for men, and  9:35 minutes for women. If you can beat this, your name will go down in Bergen’s history books.