Flåm

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Flåm
Flåm
Flåm
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Experience spectacular Norwegian nature along fjords and steep mountains – all the best that Norway has to offer. 

On a holiday to Flåm, you can choose one of the many excellent hikes that will take you to viewing points across the fjord. Enjoy activities on the fjord and take a ride on Norway's steepest railway. This is the area to experience a good old-fashioned Norwegian holiday!

Flåm lies in the heart of the Aurlandsfjord in Sogn og Fjordane county and is Norway’s fifth biggest cruise port. It is a small village with no more than 400 permanent residents, but each year it welcomes over 450,000 tourists. Flåm gives you great views of both the fjord and mountains, and lets you enjoy traditional Norwegian scenery.

Take a trip to see Brekkefossen or Kjosfossen, or choose one of the area’s many hiking paths. From the Stegastein viewing point, you get a magnificent view across the fjord. Spend some time in the Flåmsbane museum and learn how this unique stretch of train track was built. Or take a trip to Nærøyfjorden, one of the world’s natural and cultural heritage sites.

Here you can chose between both short and long routes, so whether you are here with family and young children or with a group of friends, you will find a trip to suit you. Don’t forget to take a ride on the famous Flåmsbanen when you arrive. If you visit Flåm during the peak season, be prepared for it to be busy.

The easiest way to get to Flåm is by car. Europavei 16 is the main road between Oslo and Bergen, both home to international airports, and passes through Flåm. During the summer season there is an express boat from Bergen to Flåm, which takes around 5 and a half hours. The nearest local airport is Sogndal Airport, which is around 40 miles from Flåm. If you are taking the train from either Oslo or Bergen, you need to change at Myrdal and take the Flåmsbanen, which will take you over the last stretch to Flåm.

Discover the delights of the Norwegian fjords. A weekend break to Flåm offers many new and exciting experiences.

Fretheim Hotel
Fretheim Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Flam, Aurland, Sogn og Fjordane
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Flåm. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (778 reviews)
"Wonderful location. Amazing views. Quiet and peaceful."

Reviewed on 18 Jun, 2025

Fretheim Hotel
Flåmsbrygga Hotell
Flåmsbrygga Hotell
3.5 out of 5
Flåmsbrygga, PB 44, Flam, Aurland, Sogn og Fjordane
The price is S$514 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
S$514
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Flåm. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (576 reviews)
"Amazing! Food was excellent. Convenient for ferry of fjord and train ride. Highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on 21 Jun, 2025

Flåmsbrygga Hotell
Heimly
Heimly
3 out of 5
Vikjavegen 15, Aurland
The price is S$586 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
S$586
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pension in Flåm. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (156 reviews)
"Highly recommend the location which is a short walk from the busy center where all the tourists gather. Super friendly staff! Cute farm & restaurant property next to it. The dinner, which is included in the fee, was very good. The room was small but comfortable. Negative was that we heard a lot of ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun, 2025

Heimly
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Visit Undredal
Visit Undredal
3.5 out of 5
Stokkavegen 9 - 11, Undredal, Aurland, Sogn og Fjordane
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Aurland. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Flam Marina and Flåm Railway ...
9/10 Wonderful! (125 reviews)
"Such a beautiful place, it’s right in front of the Fjord!"

Reviewed on 12 May, 2025

Visit Undredal
6 Person Holiday Home in Gudvangen-by Traum
6 Person Holiday Home in Gudvangen-by Traum
2 out of 5
Aurland
Stay at this vacation home in Aurland. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Rimstigen Hike Trailhead and Breiskrednosi are located nearby.
6 Person Holiday Home in Gudvangen-by Traum
7 Person Holiday Home in Fresvik
7 Person Holiday Home in Fresvik
3 out of 5
Vik
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Vik. Enjoy in-room washers/dryers and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Ytre Simlenesgrovi and Indre Simlenesgrovi ...
7 Person Holiday Home in Fresvik
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Sweet gem in the fjords.

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Beautiful area, scenic and tranquil.