The Loen Skylift at a glance
The Skylift is a cable car from the fjord station at Loen up to the mountain Hoven. The lower station lies directly on road 60. A ride takes 5 to 7 minutes in each direction, and the operator says the cabin leaves at least every 30 minutes. One cabin carries 35 people, and the lift and its buildings are described as universally designed.
The cable car, a hike on the mountain and the via ferrata are three separate things. A Skylift ticket gets you up and down. The via ferrata is a guided climbing package with its own price, covered further down. This is an independent guide, not the website of the operator.
Ticket prices 2026
The operator publishes two tariffs. Summer ran from 1 May to 11 October 2026, and the winter tariff runs from 12 October 2026 to 30 April 2027. Prices include VAT.
| Ticket | Summer adult | Summer child 6–15 | Winter adult | Winter child 6–15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Return ticket | NOK 650 | NOK 345 | NOK 530 | NOK 270 |
| One way | NOK 480 | NOK 240 | NOK 390 | NOK 190 |
| Day pass | NOK 865 | NOK 425 | NOK 690 | NOK 350 |
| Family return, 2 adults and 2 children | NOK 1,665 | included | NOK 1,400 | included |
| Extra child on a family ticket | – | NOK 145 | – | NOK 110 |
Children up to and including age 5 get a free ticket. Family tickets are sold only in the Fjordshop. The ticket carries no fixed departure time, and there is no general requirement to book ahead. The operator states that tickets are not refundable, including when the weather stops the lift. A companion with a Norwegian ledsagerbevis rides free, while the person with the disability buys a regular ticket at the counter.
Tours with the Loen Skylift
Guided trips that include the Skylift, plus other tours around Loen and the Nordfjord, with live prices and availability.
Opening hours until 20 December
Hours as published by the operator for 2026. The last ride down leaves 30 minutes after closing time.
| Period | Days | Open | Last ride down |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2–25 October 2026 | Mon to Thu, Sun | 09:00–21:00 | 21:30 |
| 2–25 October 2026 | Fri, Sat | 09:00–22:00 | 22:30 |
| 26 October to 20 December 2026 | Thu | 14:30–21:00 | 21:30 |
| 26 October to 20 December 2026 | Fri | 12:00–22:00 | 22:30 |
| 26 October to 20 December 2026 | Sat | 10:00–22:00 | 22:30 |
| 26 October to 20 December 2026 | Sun | 10:00–19:00 | 19:30 |
Monday to Wednesday are not listed in the regular block from 26 October, so do not plan on a ride on those days. Weather can shorten a day. On Wednesday 14 October 2026 the ticket shop announced an early close at 19:00, with the à la carte service until 17:00 and the bar until 18:30. Check the operator's page on the morning you go.
Getting to the lower station
By car, the operator gives about 10 minutes from Stryn, 2.5 hours from Ålesund and 4.5 hours from Bergen. These are estimates. The bus stop in Loen is at Loen Active, about 500 m (550 yards) on foot from the station. Line 115 from Stryn passes Loen, but its tourist morning run is limited to 15 May to 15 September 2026, so there is no such departure in October.
The Skylift is not the only way up. You cannot drive to the summit of Hoven, because a barrier stands at Oppheim. A paid car park at Holme serves walkers who go up on foot. No fee is listed here, so read the sign on site. Trail times and conditions vary with weather and season, and this guide gives none, so ask at the station before you start.
Cruise passengers: Loen has its own tender landing next to the Skylift, separate from the quay in Olden. A cable car in a different part of Norway is the Fjellheisen in Tromsø.
Via ferrata Loen
A guided climb up to Hoven, run by the same operator. Check the prices with the operator before you book.
| Option | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Guided package, with instructor, safety gear and ride down on the Skylift | NOK 1,840 | NOK 1,665 |
| Guided package with zipline | NOK 2,380 | NOK 2,205 |
| Equipment rental only (the ride down is extra) | NOK 540 | NOK 540 |
The classic route takes about 5 to 6 hours with breaks. The operator recommends it from age 12 and sets a weight range for the equipment of 40 to 120 kg. A 12-year-old is not automatically allowed on the route. The published season is 1 May to 28 October, subject to change. Guided groups start at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00 and should arrive 30 minutes earlier at Loen Marina.
Experienced climbers can use their own approved gear after registering at Loen Marina. A maintenance fee of NOK 250 applies, and starts are after 14:00. Beginners should go with an instructor. The zipline does not run on every day of the season. The 2026 calendar listed Saturdays from 22 August to 10 October, 13:00–18:00, plus a few special days, so that window has ended. No day is guaranteed in bad weather.
Combine it with the valley
The Skylift fits a half day. Loen is also the starting point for the lake Lovatnet and the Kjenndal glacier and not far from the Briksdal Glacier by car. If you want to stay the night close to the lower station, see where to stay in Stryn, Loen and Olden, and for the whole region go back to the Stryn guide. The big ice cap beyond is described under Jostedal Glacier.
Other fjords in Norway have their own cable cars and viewpoints. For the Geirangerfjord see Geirangerfjord.
Loen Skylift: frequently asked questions
How much is a Loen Skylift ticket?
The winter return ticket from 12 October 2026 costs NOK 530 for adults and NOK 270 for children aged 6–15. In summer 2026 it cost NOK 650 and NOK 345. A single trip costs NOK 390 in winter.
Do I have to book the Skylift in advance?
The operator states no general requirement to book ahead, and the ticket has no fixed departure time. Tickets are not refundable, also not for weather, so check the conditions before you buy.
How often does the cabin run?
At least every 30 minutes, according to the operator. Allow some slack and do not plan to the minute.
Can I drive up to the top of Hoven?
No. There is no public road to the summit, and a barrier at Oppheim stops cars. Walkers use the paid car park at Holme.
Is the Skylift suitable for wheelchairs and strollers?
The operator describes the lift and the buildings as universally designed. Ask at the station about your specific equipment.
How old do you have to be for the via ferrata?
The operator recommends it from 12 years, with equipment for 40 to 120 kg. Ask the operator before you book if your child is close to the limit.