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Flam

The town of Flåm is small, but full of great adventure and fun. The town is a travel hub for the Sognefjord and Norway in a nutshell, connecting Flåmsbana Railway to the UNESCO world heritage Nærøyfjord.

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Flåm is surrounded by steep mountain sides and full of adventures.

Go on a fjord Cruise, visit the Viking Village in Gudvangen or go exploring on your own.

From Flåm you can take the train up to the start of Rallarvegen and cycle down, stopping at Vatnahalsen Mountain Resort for a waffle. Paddling or RIB adventures on the fjord are popular and so are the museums and bakeries!

Flåm even has it´s own brewery and restuarant, well worth a visit.

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Kjosfossen med Hulderi som danser

Beautiful waterfalls by the Sognefjord

There are several places in the Sognefjord region where you can see majestic waterfalls cascading down steep mountainsides, and some of these waterfalls are among Norway's highest

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Activities in Flåm

Here you will find a selection of activities in Flåm

The Flåm Railway

The Flåm Railway

The Flåm Railway has been described as one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world and is one of the leading tourist attractions in Norway. The train runs from the end of Aurlandsfjord, a tributary of the Sognefjord, up to the high mountains at Myrdal station.

FjordSafari Extended

FjordSafari Extended

Get closer to nature in the Aurlandsfjord and the UNESCO listed Nærøyfjord with a guided RIB tour

Flåm Zipline

Flåm Zipline

Are you ready to test out the longest Zipline in the Nordic region? Take the Flam Railway from Flåm to Myrdal and go down to Flåm Zipline and experience mighty nature in the air.

Mall of Norway, Flåm

Mall of Norway, Flåm

The Mall of Norway saga - The shop by the fjords for all things Norwegian, situated in the heart of Flåm in Norway.

The Flåm Railway Museum

The Flåm Railway Museum

The Flåm Railway & Documentation Centre gives you an insight in the building of the Flåm Railway, its exiting history, and its technological development. 

Hike or Bike the Flåm Valley

Hike or Bike the Flåm Valley

Explore the Flåm Valley on foot or from the saddle! Combine the stunning Flåm Railway with an idyllic walk through the verdant Flåm Valley.

Flåm church

Flåm church

Flåm chuch is situated 3 km up the Flåm valley. A wooden church constructed in 1667. The altar piece, dated 1681.

Brekkefossen Waterfall Hike

Brekkefossen Waterfall Hike

On the hiking trip to Brekkefossen waterfall you will have a grand view of the fjord and into the valley.

Rallartoget

Rallartoget

You'll find Rallartoget next to the railway station in the center of Flåm from the beginning of May to middle of September.

Fjord cruise Nærøyfjord

Fjord cruise Nærøyfjord

Join a fjord cruise and experience one of the most beautiful and popular fjord areas in Norway, the UNESCO world heritage area in the Nærøyfjord. The round-trip is between Flåm and Gudvangen and has multiple departures per day.

Fjord Cruise Nærøyfjord

Fjord Cruise Nærøyfjord

Regardless of the season, a cruise on the Nærøyfjord will be an unforgettable experience.

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Flåmsbrygga Hotel

Flåmsbrygga Hotel

Flåmsbrygga Hotel – the Brewery Hotel is situated on the pier in Flåm with a splendid view of the Aurlandsfjord.

Fretheim Hotel

Fretheim Hotel

With our history as a source for inspiration, Fretheim Hotel can offer close encounters with the best of the Sognefjord culture, local tastes and spectacular views towards the fjord and mountains. 

Flåm Marina

Flåm Marina

Flåm Marina is situated in magnificent surroundings about 400m from the center of Flåm

Flåm Station Apartments, Flåm

Flåm Station Apartments, Flåm

Flåm Station Apartments are located with a lovely view of the Flåm Railway in the center of Flåm

Vatnahalsen Mountain resort

Vatnahalsen Mountain resort

On Vatnahalsen you will find peace and quiet between mountains and fjords, at the top of Flåmsdalen, with spectacular scenery on all sides.The hotel can only be reached by train.

Flåm Retreat

Flåm Retreat

Flåm Retreat offers a unique accommodation experience in the heart of Flåm, with stunning views up Flåmsdalen.

Heimly Guesthouse

Heimly Guesthouse

Heimly is a delightful guest house offering a good standard and amazing fjord views.

Flåm Marina Guest Harbour

Flåm Marina Guest Harbour

Flåm Marina Guest Harbor - The small place with the big experiences. Flåm Marina is a family-run guest harbor with access to electricity and water.

Fretheim Fjordhytter

Fretheim Fjordhytter

Fretheim Fjordhytter are four high quality self catering cottages/rorbuer beautifully situated on the water's edge in Flam on the Sognefjord.

Brekke Gard

Brekke Gard

At Brekke Gard you are only 1 km from Flåm station and Aurlandsfjorden with a great view of the river and the majestic mountains

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The Nærøyfjord

The Nærøyfjord

One of the narrowest fjords in the world, the Nærøyfjord is situated in the unique and cultural nature of Sogn and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stegastein Viewpoint

Stegastein Viewpoint

With a panoramic view 650 meters above the Aurlandsfjord, you can experience the spectacular Stegastein Viewpoint.

UNESCO Urnes Stave Church

UNESCO Urnes Stave Church

The UNESCO Urnes Stave Church is beautifully situated on Ornes with a view of the Lustrafjord, as it has stood since the early 12th century.

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