Lofoten’s most famous cliff is known throughout Norway and it reputation has travelled further afield. Its sheer nose of granite rises 400 metres above the sea just to the north of Henningsvær in a single, majestic sweep. Vestpillaren (The West Pillar) the original route on the face, ascends a system of cracks and corners up the right-hand side of the nose. It is undoubtedly Lofoten’s best known and finest rock climb offering thirteen pitches of varied well protected climbing, up a devious but logical line and on superb rock throughout. Korstoget (The Crusade), and Reisen (The Journey) all forge their respective ways up the left-hand side of the Priest’s face. All the full length routes are either 11 or 12 pitches; so pick a day of good weather before starting on one of the climbs.
Routes
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21 trad routes (N5+...N7+) Graded List of Routes List of First Ascents |      | ||
| Buttress (click for routes) | No. of Routes | Route Type | Sunshine or shade |
Approach walk | Other |
| Lille Presten Hanging on the lower left shoulder of Presten is a fine pillar of rock, 130m high and known as the... |
2 | Trad |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy |
| Presten Lofoten’s most famous cliff is known throughout Norway and it reputation has spread further afield.... |
14 | Trad |
Sun from mid-morning |
Uphill 10 mins |
Windy |
| Harley Davidson Wall A fine wall, north-facing and hidden in a steep gully between Gandalfveggen and Presten. There are... |
5 | Trad |
Evening sun |
Uphill 30 mins |
Windy |
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