Northern Europe · Norway
Flam Travel Guide
Flam is a tiny village at the innermost Aurlandsfjord — famous for the Flam Railway, one of the steepest and most scenic train journeys in the world.
How Do You Get to the Railway?
Walk 2 min from ship to station. Book tickets online in advance.
What Can You Do?
Flam Railway — World's steepest line. 1 hour each way through tunnels, past waterfalls, up 866m.
Stegastein viewpoint — Glass-floored platform jutting 30m over the fjord. 15 min by bus. Free.
Fjord kayaking — 2-3 hour guided trips on calm waters surrounded by mountains.
Brekkefossen walk — Easy 20-minute walk to a waterfall from the village.
Where Should You Eat?
Flam Bakeri: Fresh pastries, cinnamon rolls, coffee.
Aegir Brewpub: Viking-themed with craft beer and Norwegian food.
Is Flam Worth Exploring Independently?
Railway station is 2 min from ship. Book tickets online. Ship excursions charge a premium for literally walking across a car park.
Useful Local Phrases
Hei
Hello
(hey)
Takk
Thank you
(tahk)
Local Tips
- •Flam Railway: book well in advance (from 45 euro). 1-hour journey climbs 866m.
- •Stegastein viewpoint: 30m glass-floored platform over the fjord. 15 min by bus. Free.
- •Fjord kayaking is a wonderful alternative.
- •Flam has 350 residents. The railway and nature are the point.