Flåm, Norway

Flåm

A fjord village at the end of a spectacular mountain railway.

  • May–Sep
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Flåm

Day 1

  1. MorningRide the Flåm Railway up to Myrdal and back, past waterfalls and hairpin tunnels.
  2. AfternoonTake the fjord cruise along the narrow Nærøyfjord, a UNESCO site, to Gudvangen.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Flåm at the Viking-style brewery pub.

Day 2

Cycle down the Rallarvegen from Myrdal, or visit the Stegastein viewpoint over the Aurlandsfjord.

What to eat

Smoked goat's cheese and a beer from the Ægir brewery.

Local tips

Make the most of Flåm

Beat the crowds

Cruise ships bring crowds in summer. Early or late is quieter.

Best photo spot

The Stegastein viewpoint high above the Aurlandsfjord.

Getting there

The Flåm Railway connects with the main Oslo-Bergen line.

Don't miss nearby

The Nærøyfjord, one of the narrowest fjords in Norway.

Good to know

The Flåm Railway is one of the steepest in the world: sit on the right side going down.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Flåm

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Plan your visit

Getting to Flåm

Getting there

  • Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO)120 km away
  • Bergen110 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Sep
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryNorway

Questions

Flåm: good to know

Is Flåm worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A fjord village at the end of a spectacular mountain railway.

How many days do you need in Flåm?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Flåm?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. Cruise ships bring crowds in summer. Early or late is quieter.

How do you get to Flåm?

The nearest airport is Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO), about 120 km away. The Flåm Railway connects with the main Oslo-Bergen line.

What is there to see near Flåm?

Nearby hidden places include Mount Fløyen (Bergen) (109 km), Bergen (111 km) and Geirangerfjord (138 km).

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