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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: Oct 15, 2025By: 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.

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
Group in yellow jackets smile and look at waterfall on fjord boat ride.
Bestseller
Heritage RIB-boat tour in Flåm
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
20 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
13 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
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
See all activities in Flåm