Flåm, Norway: travel guide
A tiny fjord-end village known for its railway and steep valleys
A tiny fjord-side village at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjord and the terminus of the Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana), one of the world's most scenic train rides, and the heart of the "Norway in a Nutshell" route.
About Flåm
Flåm is a small village at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the Sognefjord, surrounded by steep valley walls and waterfalls. It is not a town but a gateway to some of Norway's best-known fjord scenery.
Things to do in Flåm include riding the Flåm Railway up the mountain valley to Myrdal, taking a cruise on the narrow Nærøyfjord and walking or cycling the old Rallarvegen road. The Stegastein viewpoint nearby juts out over the fjord. Flåm is a main stop on the Norway in a Nutshell route.
Flåm suits scenery lovers and those building a fjord itinerary. May to September is the most practical period, with the best weather and most services open.
- Country
- Norway
- Currency
- NOK
- Time zone
- Europe/Oslo
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Top places to visit in Flåm
Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana)
scenic railway · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate
One of the world's most scenic railways, climbing 866 m in 20 km from fjord-side Flåm to Myrdal past waterfalls and hairpin valleys, with a photo stop at Kjosfossen.
Stegastein Viewpoint
fjord viewpoint · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate
A 30 m steel-and-timber viewing platform curving out 650 m above the Aurlandsfjord, on the Aurland snow road — a breathtaking free lookout.
Nærøyfjord
unesco fjord · about 2.5 h · check the fee at the gate
A UNESCO-listed arm of the Sognefjord and one of the narrowest fjords in the world, sailed on the classic Flåm-to-Gudvangen fjord cruise past 1,700 m walls.
Aurlandsfjord
fjord · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate
The tranquil branch of the Sognefjord on which Flåm sits, flanked by steep green slopes and small farms, explored by cruise, kayak or the FjordSafari RIB.
Flåm Church (Flåm kyrkje)
wooden church · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate
A small white timber church of 1670 set among farms just up the valley from Flåm, with painted interior decoration.
Kjosfossen Waterfall
waterfall · about 0.3 h · check the fee at the gate
A thundering 93 m waterfall beside the Flåm Railway, where trains halt at a dedicated platform for the summer Huldra folklore performance.
Otternes Farmyard
historic farm · about 1 h · entry kr120 (≈ ₹1,200)
A cluster of 27 preserved timber farm buildings from the 17th-19th centuries on a hillside between Flåm and Aurland, open for guided cultural visits in summer.
Things to do
- Flåm Railway Round Trip Sightseeing · 2 h · from NOK 690 per person
- Nærøyfjord Cruise (Flåm–Gudvangen) Sightseeing · 2.5 h · from NOK 590 per person
- FjordSafari RIB Boat Adventure Adventure · 1.5 h · from NOK 890 per person
- Aurlandsfjord Kayaking Water Sports · 3 h · from NOK 950 per person
- Stegastein Viewpoint Bus Tour Sightseeing · 1.5 h · from NOK 490 per person
Day trips and tours
- Nærøyfjord Premium Fjord Cruise 3 h · from NOK 690
Where to stay in Flåm
- Flåm Village about NOK 2,000 per night
The tiny fjord-side village clustered around the railway terminus and harbour, walkable to everything.
Hotels
- Fretheim Hotel 4-star · NOK 1,800 to NOK 3,600 per night
- Flåmsbrygga Hotel 3-star · NOK 1,600 to NOK 3,000 per night
- Flåm Marina & Apartments 3-star · NOK 1,400 to NOK 2,600 per night
- Heimly Fjordhotel 3-star · NOK 1,100 to NOK 2,000 per night
- Flåm Camping & Hostel (Vandrarheim) 2-star · NOK 400 to NOK 1,300 per night
Where to eat
- Ægir BrewPub Norwegian, Pub · about NOK 500 per person
- Flåmsbrygga Restaurant Norwegian, Seafood · about NOK 480 per person
- Toget Café Cafe · about NOK 180 per person
- Furukroa Café Norwegian, Cafe · about NOK 240 per person
- Arven Restaurant (Fretheim Hotel) New Nordic, Norwegian · about NOK 750 per person
Getting to Flåm
Nearest airport: Bergen (BGO), about 122 km away in a straight line. The road or rail journey is longer.
How visitors arrive in Flåm
- Bergen Line to Myrdal, then Flåm Railway By train from Oslo · common
From Oslo take the Bergen Line to Myrdal and change to the Flåm Railway down to Flåm. Source: en.visitbergen.com
- Train to Myrdal then Flåm Railway, often as Norway in a Nutshell By train from Bergen · common
From Bergen go by train to Myrdal and change to the Flåm Railway; guided fjord tours combine the legs. Source: en.visitbergen.com
- Vy trains Flåm to Oslo with change at Myrdal By train from Oslo · common
Operator page confirms the line runs between Flåm and Oslo with a change at Myrdal. Source: vy.no
From the railway station to the centre
- Flåm station to village unconfirmed
Flåm Railway ends in the village at the fjord; the harbour and village are close to the station. Source: en.visitbergen.com
Getting around
- Ferry
Boats from Flam cross the Aurlandsfjord and Naeroyfjord to Gudvangen, and a catamaran links the village with Bergen and other Sognefjord villages in season.
- Train
The Flåm Railway runs down from Myrdal station on the Oslo-Bergen line to Flåm at sea level.
- Walking
Best time to visit Flåm
- Jan -4°C
- Feb -3°C
- Mar -1°C
- Apr 1°C
- May 6°C
- Jun 12°C
- Jul 15°C
- Aug 14°C
- Sep 10°C
- Oct 4°C
- Nov -1°C
- Dec -3°C
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Frequently asked questions about Flåm
- What are the main places to visit in Flåm?
- Places covered in our Flåm guide include Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana), Stegastein Viewpoint, Nærøyfjord, Aurlandsfjord, Flåm Church (Flåm kyrkje).
- Where should I stay in Flåm?
- Our guide covers these areas to stay in Flåm: Flåm Village.
- How do I get around Flåm?
- Ways to get around Flåm covered in our guide: Ferry, Train, Walking.
- What is the weather like in Flåm?
- Average daytime highs in Flåm run from -4°C in Jan to 15°C in Jul.