History
2017
Emergency shelters are being built on the way to Preikestolen. The first of two cabins has been constructed.
2016
In June 13, 2016, for the first time, someone climbed up to Preikestolen. It was Øyvind Salvesen and Jon Egil Auestad who were the first climbers. Source: Stavanger Aftenblad – Preikestolen climbed for the first time (subscription required).
2014
Sherpas from Nepal have completed the improvement of the trail to Preikestolen by building stairs and laying stones in 2014.
2008
Preikestolen Fjellstue (mountain lodge) is opened in 2008.
1993
The Preikestolen Foundation was established in 1993.
1961
A road is constructed to Preikestolhytta (Preikestolen cabin) in 1961.
1949
Stavanger Turistforening (Stavanger Tourist Association) builds Preikestolhytta in 1949.
1896
Preikestolen was discovered in 1896. At that time, it was called “Høvlatannå”. It was discovered by the bank manager Ths. P. Randullf.