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The Flåm Railway

The Flåm Railway, Flåmsbana in Norwegian, is frequently named one of the world's most beautiful train journeys. Ride it yourself and see why so many people find the experience so memorable!
Updated: Feb 28, 2026By: The Fjord Tours team
Flåm Railway train rides through sunny valley by winding river.
The Flåm Railway is a train journey unlike any you have taken before. One of the steepest rail journeys in the world runs between Myrdal, high up in the mountains, and through scenic valleys all the way down to the fjord village of Flåm.

Highlights on the Flåm Railway

  • One of the world's steepest railway journeys 
  • Scenic views of high mountains
  • Waterfalls, lush forests, and quaint farms
  • A photostop at Kjosfossen waterfall
This scenic railway takes you past snow-capped mountains and waterfalls. It’s also renowned for its spectacular tunnels that wind through the mountains. One of the steepest lines in the world, Flåmsbana is a historic railway featuring original carriages.
Girl enjoying the view of UNESCO landscape on the Flåm railway between Myrdal and Flåm
Be ready for an exciting experience when the train stops at Kjosfossen, the biggest waterfall on the journey. Look closely and you may even catch a glimpse of a huldra, a mythical creature with an incredible singing voice.
Person in red outfit stands on mossy cliff near misty waterfall in green gorge.

Combined with The Bergen Railway and Fjord Cruise

The Flåm Railway is included on both our legendary Norway in a Nutshell® tour and the Sognefjord in a Nutshell™ tour — two enchanting ways to see Norway. Both packages also include an unforgettable fjord cruise.

Tours including the Flåm Railway

Discover Norway's fjords, mountains and authentic villages through scenic train journeys and fjord cruises; all perfectly coordinated for you. Our collection includes the iconic Norway in a Nutshell® and regional tours throughout Norway's most spectacular landscapes. Start from Oslo or Bergen.
Woman in yellow sweater leans from green train window, gazing at autumn forest landscape.
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Norway in a Nutshell®
From: 1 day
The famous Norwegian fjord and rail journey

Ride the famous Bergen Railway, Flåm Railway and cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord on Norway's most famous tour. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 2460 NOK
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Fjord cruise boat approaching Balestrand through the Sognefjord
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Sognefjord Cruise & Balestrand Stay
3 days
Sognefjord & scenic Balestrand in 3 days

This 3 day tour includes the Bergen and Flåm Railway, Sognefjord cruise and 2 nights in the beautiful village of Balestrand. Local food tastings and a glacier excursion included. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 9096 NOK
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Turquoise fjord with cruise ships, forested mountains and snow.
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Geirangerfjord and Norway in a Nutshell®
5 day tour of Geirangerfjord and scenic railways

The ultimate roudtrip including Geirangerfjord, Nærøyfjord and scenic rail journeys. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 8459 NOK
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Havila coastal cruise ship sailing through scenic Norwegian fjords between Trondheim and Bergen
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Cities and Coastal Cruise with Norway in a Nutshell®
4 day tour of Oslo, Bergen & Trondheim by train and coastal cruise

Experience Norway's cultural cities, scenic rail journeys and Coastal Cruise on this roundtrip. Start from Oslo or Bergen.

From 11803 NOK
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Scenic Flåm Railway journey through mountain landscapes in Norway
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Preikestolen & Lysefjord including Norway in a Nutshell®
3 day tour of Preikestolen, Stavanger, scenic fjords and railways

Cruise the Lysefjord, hike the iconic Preikestolen, and experience the local charm of Bergen and Stavanger. The tour starts and ends in Oslo or Bergen.

From 7100 NOK
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Boat on Sognefjord with flag flying, wake trailing behind on calm water.
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Sognefjord in a Nutshell™
From: 1 day
Discover Sognefjord by cruise & rail

Ride the Flåm Railway and Bergen Railway, and cruise the full length of the Sognefjord. Start from Oslo or Bergen, and add extra days of your choice.

From 2745 NOK
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Top things to do in Flåm

Flåm offers a wealth of activities throughout the year. Book an exciting activity as part of your Nutshell tour or as a stand-alone booking. Here are our handpicked favorites:
Two kayakers in a yellow tandem kayak paddling on a calm fjord, with one pointing enthusiastically, surrounded by rocky cliffs and autumn foliage.
Bestseller
Kayaking in Flåm
Flåm • 3 hr
From 1235NOK
16 May - 15 September
Woman enjoying fjord safari boat tour to Sagofossen waterfall on UNESCO Nærøyfjord in Flåm Norway
Bestseller
Fjord safari Flåm - 2 hr 15 min
Flåm • 2 hr 15 min
From 1110NOK
1 April - 31 October
Getting amazing view over the UNESCO Nærøyfjord on the hike to Rimstigen
Travelers love this!
UNESCO Nærøyfjord hike
Multiple locations • 7 hr
From 3350NOK
21 May - 31 October
Detailed medieval craftsmanship of Norwegian stave church architecture
Bestseller
Tour to Borgund Stave Church and Stegastein viewpoint
Flåm • 4 hr
From 1750NOK
15 April - 12 October
Traditional Norwegian lapskaus stew served at Flåm farm
Hidden Gem in Flåm
Local food tasting in Flåm
Flåm • 1 hr
From 750NOK
1 May - 1 October
People at Stegastein viewpoint over fjord, golden light on cliffs and water.
Bestseller
Electric minibus to Stegastein
Flåm • 1 hr 30 min
From 430NOK
Available all year
Musician playing traditional Hardanger fiddle during intimate concert in rustic barn at Flåm
Local Food & Concert in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
From 990NOK
15 May - 14 September
Group hiking Royal Post Road scenic trail Norwegian fjords mountains blue sky summer day
Postal road hike
Multiple locations • 6 hr
From 4450NOK
15 May - 25 September
Three people on snowy viewpoint overlook blue fjord and snowy peaks.
Snowshoe hike to Stegastein viewpoint
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
From 950NOK
26 December - 31 March
Zipliner in red jacket soars above a blue river valley.
In high demand
Flåm Zipline, Flåm Railway and bike ride
Flåm • 4 hr
From 1827NOK
25 April - 10 October
Woman in maroon swimsuit diving into fjord from wooden deck, mirrored reflection in glass.
Fjord Sauna in Flåm
Flåm • 1 hr 30 min
From 445NOK
Available all year
Fjord safari boat tour approaching Sagofossen waterfall in Flåm Norway on summer day
Fjord safari in Flåm- 1 hr 30 min
Flåm • 1 hr 30 min
From 935NOK
1 April - 31 October
Family of three enjoying a meal by a fjord, with a boy reaching for a strawberry and adults laughing.
RIB boat tour with cheese tasting from Flåm
Flåm • 3 hr
From 1395NOK
1 May - 20 September
Rustic cabin above fjord with hills, homes, and winding road.
Waterfall and culture tour in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr
From 680NOK
16 March - 31 October
Red inflatable boat speeding through rippling water, carrying yellow-jacketed people, framed by snow-covered mountains.
RIB boat winter tour in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
From 1220NOK
1 November - 31 March
Group of smiling hikers posing with majestic mountains behind them.
Nærøydalen Heritage Trail
Multiple locations • 5 hr
From 3350NOK
15 May - 31 October
People in bright thermal suits and life vests on a boat, smiling and excited, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and icy fjord waters.
Winter fjord safari and viking dinner in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 45 min
From 1650NOK
1 November - 31 March
Two hikers in blue jackets climbing green hillside with wildflowers, overlooking a valley, fjord, and mountain cliffs.
Fjord safari and hike in Flåm
Flåm • 6 hr
From 2060NOK
1 July - 31 August
Viking dinner with 5 courses and beer tasting at Ægir Brewery in Flåm featuring local Norwegian ingredients
Viking dinner and beer experience in Flåm
Flåm • 1 hr
From 775NOK
1 October - 31 March
Three people snowshoe uphill at sunset with fjord and snowy peaks behind.
Snowshoe hike and viking dinner in Flåm
Flåm • 2 hr 30 min
From 1550NOK
26 December - 31 March
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