A river running through a lush green valley
a group of red buildings by a body of water
A small village on a small island in the middle of a lake
a road next to a body of water with mountains in the background
a group of buildings by a body of water with mountains in the background

Holiday in Flåm

Area in Norway — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇳🇴

Country

Norway

Type

Area

Best time to travel

May to September for all activities, June-August best, winter for snow adventures

Budget/day

150-250 € (Hotel, Flåmsbana ticket)

Getting there from Germany

Flight to Bergen about 2 hours, then train + bus about 3 hours or Norway in a Nutshell Tour

What makes Flåm special as a destination?

Flåm is a tiny village at the end of the Aurlandsfjord — and yet one of the most visited travel destinations in Norway. The reason for this is the Flåmsbana, one of the steepest railway lines in the world, which winds 20 kilometers through a dramatic fjord landscape of waterfalls, steep mountain slopes, and narrow valleys. The ride is considered one of the most beautiful train journeys ever. The village itself is picturesque by the emerald-green fjord water, framed by mountains up to 1,800 meters high. Cruise ships and Hurtigruten make stops here, hikers start tours to the Stegastein viewpoint or through the Flåmsdalen valley. The Nærøyfjord boat tour, a UNESCO-protected arm of the Sognefjord, takes you through one of the narrowest and most dramatic fjord landscapes in the world. In summer, Flåm offers kayaking tours on the fjord, zipline adventures, cycling tours along the Rallarvegen route, and hikes to pastures with panoramic views. In winter, the landscape transforms into a snowy fairy tale with cross-country ski trails and the magical winter version of the Flåmsbana. Flåm is best experienced as part of the legendary Norway in a Nutshell Tour — a round trip that combines train, bus, and ferry, connecting the most spectacular landscapes of Western Norway.

Nature
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Safety
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Romance
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Adventure
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Relaxation
70

What are the top highlights in Flåm?

The top highlights in Flåm include Flåmsbana, Nærøyfjord, Stegastein viewpoint, Rallarvegen.

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Flåmsbana

One of the steepest and most beautiful railway lines in the world through waterfalls and fjord landscape

2

Nærøyfjord

UNESCO-protected fjord, one of the narrowest and most dramatic in the world, experienced by boat

3

Stegastein viewpoint

30-meter-high platform hovering over the abyss with a view of the Aurlandsfjord

4

Rallarvegen

Historical gravel road for cycling tours through the mountain landscape to the Flåmsbana

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Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM

Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

When is the best time to visit Flåm?

The best time to visit Flåm is May to September for all activities, June-August best, winter for snow adventures. Cool, 12-20°C, long days, rain possible In winter: Cold, -2 to 4°C, snow, short days but romantic

Recommended travel time

May to September for all activities, June-August best, winter for snow adventures

Summer

Cool, 12-20°C, long days, rain possible

Winter

Cold, -2 to 4°C, snow, short days but romantic

How much does a holiday in Flåm cost?

Budget travellers: 80-130 € (Camping/Hostel, self-catering)/day, mid-range: 150-250 € (Hotel, Flåmsbana ticket)/day, luxury: 280-500 € (Fretheim Hotel, Fjord Safari)/day.

Average costs per person per day

Budget

80-130 € (Camping/Hostel, self-catering)

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

Mid-range

150-250 € (Hotel, Flåmsbana ticket)

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

Luxury

280-500 € (Fretheim Hotel, Fjord Safari)

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

How do I get from Germany to Flåm?

Flight to Bergen about 2 hours, then train + bus about 3 hours or Norway in a Nutshell Tour

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What travel tips are there for Flåm?

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Be sure to reserve the Flåmsbana — especially in summer it gets booked quickly

Sit on the left side of the train for the best view of the Kjosfossen waterfall

Book Norway in a Nutshell as a round trip — combines Flåmsbana, fjord ferry, and Bergen railway

Visit the Stegastein in the late afternoon — then the light is the most beautiful

Drink local craft beer at Ægir Brewpub — in a Viking boat-like wooden building

What should you eat in Flåm?

Typical specialities in Flåm: Rakfisk — fermented trout, a Norwegian delicacy for the brave, Rømmegrøt — creamy semolina porridge with butter and cinnamon, traditional fjord food, Fårikål — lamb with cabbage, Norway's national dish, perfect in autumn, Ægir Craft Beer — local beer from the Flåm brewery, brewed in Viking style, Brunost on waffles — brown cheese on Norwegian heart-shaped waffles, sweet-salty combination.

These specialties you must try!

Rakfisk — fermented trout, a Norwegian delicacy for the brave
Rømmegrøt — creamy semolina porridge with butter and cinnamon, traditional fjord food
Fårikål — lamb with cabbage, Norway's national dish, perfect in autumn
Ægir Craft Beer — local beer from the Flåm brewery, brewed in Viking style
Brunost on waffles — brown cheese on Norwegian heart-shaped waffles, sweet-salty combination
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