643 metres above the fjord, six minutes to the city's highest peak
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1 hr
Ascend Bergen's tallest peak by gondola for sweeping fjord views and mountain trails
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3 hr 30 min
Sail from Bergen's historic harbor through the dramatic Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen strait.
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3 hr 30 min
Sail through dramatic Norwegian fjords and witness the powerful Mostraumen tidal current
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Standard Entry Most popular
Ulriken Cable Car Round-Trip
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1 hr | ★ 4.5 | — | — | ✓ | $52 | Book → |
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Bergen to Mostraumen Fjord Sightseeing Cruise
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3 hr 30 min | ★ 4.7 | — | ✓ | ✓ | €68 | Book → |
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Mostraumen Fjord Cruise with Live Guide
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3 hr 30 min | ★ 4.7 | ✓ | — | ✓ | $90 | Book → |
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These Bergen landmarks serve distinct purposes, as the mount ulriken cable car provides a high-altitude wilderness experience while the funicular offers immediate city-adjacent convenience.
| Feature | Top pick Mount Ulriken | Mount Fløyen |
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Altitude |
643 meters | 320 meters |
Access Method |
Aerial cable car | Funicular railway |
Primary Activity |
Mountain hiking and photography | Forest walking and sightseeing |
Difficulty of Ascent |
Low (gondola transport) | Low (rail transport) |
View Character |
Panoramic mountain and fjord | City and harbor skyline |
Proximity to City Center |
Outside city limits | Walking distance from center |
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Verdict: Travelers seeking expansive alpine terrain should prioritize mount ulriken cable car tickets, whereas those preferring quick access to forest trails will find mount ulriken cable car tours to Mount Fløyen a more efficient choice.
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Haukelandsbakken 40, 5009 Bergen
Main ticket office entrance
Open in Google MapsTake the bus from Bergen city center to the stop nearest Haukelandsbakken.
Available throughout Bergen directly to the cable car base station.
Wear layers as temperatures at the top of Mount Ulriken are significantly lower than in Bergen city center. Sturdy footwear is recommended for walking on the summit plateau.
Standard backpacks are permitted on the mount ulriken cable car. Large luggage or oversized items may be restricted due to limited cabin capacity.
Personal photography is encouraged throughout the facility. Professional filming requires prior authorization from the operator of the mount ulriken cable car.
The cable car system provides step-free access for wheelchair users and strollers. Staff are available at both stations to assist with boarding.
Mobile phone use is permitted and there is mobile network coverage at the summit. Guests are requested to be mindful of others when capturing photos.
The mount ulriken cable car offers a family-friendly experience with wide appeal. Children usually enjoy the panoramic views during the ascent.
A restaurant is available at the summit offering dining options with views. Outside food and beverages are discouraged inside the indoor dining areas.
Small dogs are generally permitted on the cable car if they can be carried or kept in a bag. Large dogs may be subject to driver discretion based on carriage capacity.
The ascent takes approximately 7 minutes to reach the summit. Always verify the current weather conditions on the website before heading to the base station.
Best time to go, insider tips, nearby landmarks, and the cancellation fine print — flip through to skim what matters to you.
How crowds, weather, and events shift across the year.
Ideal for clear views and accessible hiking trails across the mountain plateau. Temperatures are mild and comfortable for outdoor photography.
Experience the melting snow and lengthening days before the main tourist rush. Note that some high-altitude trails may still be muddy.
Cooler temperatures and crisp air provide high visibility for city vistas. Perfect for those who prefer thinner crowds.
Short days and potential snow make this a unique experience for evening city lights. Ensure you bring warm winter clothing.
Small details that turn a good visit into a great one.
Arrive during the best arrival window of 09:00–10:00 for shorter wait times.
The cable car may close during high winds for safety, so monitor the website.
Secure your mount ulriken cable car tickets in advance to save time at the station.
Even in summer, the summit is significantly colder than the base of the mountain.
Visit in the evening for a panoramic view of the sunset over the North Sea.
Non-bookable sights within a short walk — free to visit, easy to pair.
Another major viewpoint overlooking the city and fjords. Accessible via a separate funicular system.
Historical fortification dating back to the 13th century. It features expansive grounds and a royal hall.
Historic wharf area and UNESCO World Heritage site. Famous for its colorful wooden buildings and narrow alleyways.
Flexible, no hidden fees.
Cancellations for mount ulriken cable car tickets are generally non-refundable unless specified otherwise. Tickets cost 435 NOK per person.
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The Ulriksbanen cable car climbs 643 vertical metres in six minutes, carrying visitors from Haukeland to the windswept summit of Mount Ulriken at a gradient steep enough to tilt the horizon.
Opened in 1961 as Norway's first passenger cable car, the system was engineered by the Swiss firm Von Roll to traverse Bergen's steepest mountain face, replacing a hiking trail that once took two hours to ascend. The original cabins held twelve passengers; today's gondolas carry thirty, and the twin cables span 1,300 metres between base and summit without a single support tower on the slope itself. The engineering was deliberate: Bergen's weather changes in minutes, and the system was designed to operate in wind speeds up to fifty kilometres per hour, though it closes when gusts exceed seventy.
Mount Ulriken is the tallest of Bergen's seven mountains, a ring of peaks that encircles the city and defines its weather. The summit plateau sits 643 metres above sea level, high enough to catch Atlantic storms before they reach the harbour below. On clear days the view stretches across Byfjorden to the islands of Askøy and Sotra, and east toward the Hardangervidda plateau. The summit restaurant occupies a low concrete structure built into the rock to minimise wind resistance; its windows face west, where the North Sea horizon curves against the sky. The mount ulriken cable car operates year-round, and the summit microclimate can shift from sun to fog in the time it takes to walk the perimeter trail. Winter brings snow that stays until April; summer brings hikers who descend on foot via the Sherpa-built stone staircase, a project completed in 2016 to repair erosion caused by decades of unmanaged foot traffic.
The cable car's base station at Haukelandsbakken sits in a residential neighbourhood three kilometres from Bergen's city centre, accessible by bus route 2 and 12. The original 1961 station was replaced in 2009 with a timber-clad terminal designed by the Bergen firm Danielsen Arkitekter, incorporating a ticket hall, equipment room, and waiting area with views of the departing gondolas. The mountain itself is part of the Ulriken Natural Reserve, a 1,400-hectare protected area established in 1997 to preserve sub-alpine heath and the migratory bird corridor that follows the coast. The reserve's boundaries begin fifty metres below the summit, and the upper slopes are managed by Bergen Municipality under seasonal access rules that limit commercial activity but permit year-round recreation. The mount ulriken cable car price reflects both the engineering cost of maintaining the high-altitude system and the conservation levy that funds trail maintenance across the seven mountains network. Visitor numbers peak between May and September, when mount ulriken cable car hours extend to accommodate the long Nordic daylight, and the summit plateau becomes a staging point for ridge hikes toward Fløyen and Rundemanen.
"The twin cables span 1,300 metres without a single support tower on the slope itself."
A step-by-step walkthrough of Mount Ulriken Cable Car tickets — what you'll see, how long each stage takes, and the details that matter.
You board at Haukelandsbakken, where the gondola floor tilts slightly as the doors seal and the cabin begins its ascent. The first thirty seconds pass over birch forest, close enough to see individual branches, before the ground drops away and the city spreads below.
The cable hums; the cabin sways once as it crosses the steepest section, and then the summit station materialises against the sky. You step out onto the plateau at 643 metres, where the wind is always stronger than you expect and the air smells of wet stone and alpine grass.
The summit trail is a one-kilometre loop paved with flat stones, circling the peak in twelve minutes if you walk without stopping. You pause at the western edge, where the view opens across Byfjorden and the North Sea beyond, and the light changes every few minutes as clouds move inland. The restaurant terrace faces the water; you can sit with coffee and watch the ferries cut white lines toward the islands. If you walk east, the trail descends slightly to a viewpoint over the city centre, where the Bryggen wharf and harbour cranes are visible in miniature. The descent takes six minutes, the same as the ascent, and the cabin deposits you back at Haukelandsbakken with your knees slightly loose from the gradient.
The mount ulriken cable car is open daily from 09:00–23:00.
For the best experience, we recommend the arrival window of 09:00–10:00 to avoid peak crowds.
A round-trip ticket for the mount ulriken cable car costs 435 NOK per person.
Yes, the system is designed to be accessible for wheelchair users.
Small bags are permitted on mount ulriken cable car tours, provided they fit within the cable car cabin.
Small dogs are generally permitted on the cable car, though policies may vary by size.
In cases of high wind, the mount ulriken cable car may pause service for safety reasons.
The base station is located at Haukelandsbakken 40, easily reachable by bus or taxi from Bergen.
Yes, there is a restaurant located at the summit for visitors.
Wear layers and sturdy shoes, as temperatures at the top are lower than at the base.
