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Flåm

Beautiful Flåm is situated in the innermost part of the Aurlandsfjord, a tributary of the 204 kilometres long and up to 1,308 metres deep Sognefjord.

The Sognefjord area

The Sognefjord is Norway's longest fjord and one of its arms, the Nærøyfjord, is on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

The Fjell & Fjord region

Explore some of Norway’s greatest highlights on a journey through the mountains of Hallingdal and Norefjell to the fjords of Hardanger and Sognefjord.

Walking the Aurlandsdalen Valley

The Aurlandsdalen Valley, with its wild and breathtaking nature, is known as Norway's Grand Canyon. I walked the most scenic part of the valley.

What to do in the Fjell & Fjord region

Cycle from the mountains to the fjords, go hiking in the national parks and mountain plateaus or experience wild animals up close.

What to do in the Sognefjord area

Experience the Sognefjord and the Nærøyfjord by boat, hike the Jostedalsbreen Glacier or walk from cabin to cabin in Jotunheimen National Park.

What to do in Flåm

Go on a journey with the spectacular Flåm Railway and later explore the Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord. Flåm is also perfect for hiking and cycling.

Winter by the Sognefjord

Wake up with a fjord view and go skiing in the mountains. Some of the best snow conditions in Norway are only minutes away from the Sognefjord.

Fjell & Fjord 360 panorama SkyCam

Discover fjords, glaciers, waterfalls, the Flåm Railway and many more attractions with these breathtaking 360 panorama photos.

Aurlandsfjellet National Tourist Route

The road over Aurlandsfjellet is a journey across a barren plateau through a desolate landscape of snow and rocks with the occasional sprig of grass.

Shopping in the Sognefjord area

With more than 70 shops, the small town of Sogndal is the shopping and service centre for the region.

Food and drink in the Sognefjord area

The Sognefjord area is particularly well-known for the high quality of its fruit, berries, lamb, game, mountain trout and goat's cheese.

Where to stay in Flåm

In Flåm there is a variety of different types of accommodation, from top of the range tourist hotels to cabins, holiday apartments and camp sites.

Tourist information in the Fjell & Fjord region

There are several tourist information offices in the Fjell & Fjord region.

Tour suggestions in the Fjell & Fjord region

Explore the beautiful capital of Norway, the high mountain plateaus, the deep blue fjords and the world heritage city of Bergen in just a few days.

Shopping in the Fjell & Fjord region

You can find handicrafts and local food at several farms and outlets in the region.

Attractions in the Sognefjord area

See several of Norway's most popular attractions, such as the Nærøyfjord, Urnes Stave Church, Flåm Railway and Vettisfossen Waterfall.

Day 4 - Flåm and the fjords

The explorers went by bus to Fjord Norway, where beautiful scenery awaited them. In the village of Flåm, they got a taste for the local beer.

Key facts about the Sognefjord area

Sognefjord is the area where you find the Flåm Railway, the Nærøyfjord, Jotunheimen, Jostedalsbreen, Urnes Stave Church and Vettisfossen Waterfall.

Getting to Flåm and around

Flåm is located in the heart of Western Norway, easily accessible by car, bus, boat or train.

The Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord

These two arms of the Sognefjord are both beautiful and dramatic. The Nærøyfjord is included on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Tourist information for the Sognefjord area

There are several tourist information offices in the Sognefjord area.

Scenic attractions in the Fjell & Fjord region

The Fjell & Fjord region gives you the perfect combination of fjords, mountains, waterfalls and glaciers.

The Flåm River

The Flåm River runs through one of the most scenic regions of Western Norway, in an area with dramatic mountains, waterfalls and steep valleys.

Top of the fjords

Almost a week is required for this trip where you visit the Jotunheimen Mountains, the Sognefjord and the UNESCO protected Geirangerfjord.

Getting to the Fjell & Fjord region and around

The Fjell & Fjord region stretches from Norefjell in the east, through Hallingdal to Hardanger and Sognefjord in the west.

The Flåm Railway

A steep railway taking you by spectacular waterfalls, in and out of snow-capped mountains and ending up by the Aurlandsfjord.

Attractions in Flåm

The Flåm Railway takes you to a panorama view of the fjords and mountains in the area.

What to eat in the Fjell & Fjord region

Typical food and drink in the area include apple juice and fruit from Hardanger, and trout from the Hallingdal Valley.

Key facts about the Fjell & Fjord region

A truly Norwegian summer – explore the deep fjords, mountain plateaus, high waterfalls and vast glaciers, combined with a rich cultural tradition.

Winter in the Fjell & Fjord region

The resorts of Hemsedal, Geilo, Ål, Gol, Nesbyen and Norefjell make up a compact but comprehensive skiing region.

Where to stay in the Fjell & Fjord region

Stay in a historic hotel, a luxurious cabin, on a mountain farm, in a cosy Hallingstue, or in Norway's first five star adventure camping.

Tour suggestions in Flåm

The Flåm Railway is a part of one of Norway's most popular round trips; Norway in a nutshell®.

Visitors' recommendations in Flåm

- There were many highlights on the train journey with the Flåm Railway. Kjosfossen Waterfall was breathtaking, says Anne Heimann from Germany.

Tourist information in Flåm

The Flåm Tourist Office has brochures of the area, and can help you book accommodation, tickets for round trips and fjord cruises.

Shopping in Flåm

Flåm is a good place to buy your souvenirs.

Key facts about Flåm

The small town of Flåm has 450 inhabitants and is situated in the municipality of Aurland.
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Hiking in the Fjell & Fjord region

Three of Norway’s national parks, 10,000-year old glaciers and the highest mountain plateau in northern Europe make this a world-class walking region.
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Hiking offers in the Fjell & Fjord region

Discover the "mountains and fjords" region on a hike through the Hallingskarvet National Park or the Aurland Valley, among other destinations.
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Hiking offers in the Sognefjord area

The region includes the UNESCO listed Nærøyfjord, the Jostedalsbreen National Park and the spectacular Nigardsbreen Glacier.
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Hiking in the Sognefjord area

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Mountain biking in the Fjell & Fjord region

Ride the historic Navvies’ Road along the Oslo-Bergen railway and marvel at the scenery with mountains, snowdrifts, glaciers, rivers and waterfalls.
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Downhill biking in the Fjell & Fjord region

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