The Undredal Experience
Undredal might just be the cutest fjord village in all of Norway, so it was actually used as inspiration for Disney’s town Arendelle in the Frozen movies. In addition, it is internationally known for its locally produced goat cheese. Get the full Undredal experience on a 3-hour tour from Flåm.
Explore the Idyllic Village of Undredal
Join us on a scenic sightseeing tour to the picturesque village of Undredal, renowned for its award-winning goat cheeses and rich cultural heritage. Tucked between steep mountains and the Aurlandsfjord, this hidden gem is also home to Norway’s smallest stave church, originally built in 1147.
Cheese Tasting
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed at the Undredal pier by our local hosts. Inside, enjoy an engaging presentation about the village, its history, and its proud cheese-making traditions. Then, indulge in a delicious tasting menu featuring a variety of locally produced cheeses—each with distinct and authentic flavors from Undredal.
Church Visit
Along the way to the church, you’ll hear stories about everyday life in Undredal—past and present. The walk ends at the village’s iconic stave church, where the guide will take you inside and bring its remarkable history to life.
After the tour, enjoy a peaceful stroll back to the harbor where the bus will be waiting to take you back to Flåm along the same scenic route. This memorable excursion offers a rare glimpse into the soul of a small fjord community and its warm-hearted locals.
Practical Information
- Departure from Flåm by bus: 11:15 (Bus stop A/B at the Visitor Centre)
- Arrival in Undredal: 11:35
- Departure from Undredal: 13:40
- Return to Flåm: 14:00
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Goat cheese from Undredal
The goat cheese from Undredal is renowned for its unique flavour and traditional production methods. This cheese, known as "Undredalsosten," is made from the milk of local goats that graze in the valley and the mountainous around the fjord. The cheese comes in two varieties: a brown, sweet, caramel-like version called "Brunost," and a white semi-hard cheese.
In earlier times, every farm in Undredal made their own cheese, but now there are only two left. Look out for the two mountain farms on the road to Undredal. This is where the magic happens! There are also good chances of spotting a goat or 50 on your trip here.
The Undredal Stølsysteri is the largest producer. And their white cheese comes in 4 different degrees of maturity from 2-3 months to over a year. The well-aged cheese (6-12 months) was awarded as the best cheese at Nordic Cheese Mongers in 2023. And the most matured cheese (more than 12 months) won gold in the World Cheese Awards in 2018.
Fun Fact: Did you know that there are more goats than people living in Undredal?
