Inspiration

A snowboarder going down a steep line with rugged mountains in the background.

Snowboarding at Vatnahalsen: A soulful freeride experience

Vatnahalsen is not just a destination, but a portal to ultimate creativity. Only accessible by the Flåm Railway, it’s a paradise for snowboarders and skiers.

How to Explore the Colourful Flåm Valley

Exploring the Flåm Valley: how to make the adventure your own.

12 Pictures to inspire your visit to Flåm

These pictures will give you enough reasons to visit Flåm!

11 Great bucket list ideas for Norway

Discover Norway with these 11 bucket list ideas mixing nature, history, and culture. From fishing in the Lofoten Islands to swimming in a fjord.

The electric-powered M/S Future of The Fjords seen from behind sailing towards Gudvangen on the Nærøyfjord

10 reasons to visit Flåm in autumn

What could possibly be better than a day full of activities and great nature experiences, followed by an enjoyable evening with good food and drink? These 10 tips for what to do in includes activities for everyone. Whether you are travelling with the family, are interested in outdoor activities, or are more the cultural type, you will find something to suit your interests.

8 unique places to stay

Whether you’re off on a romantic holiday or spending time with the family, you’ll find something a little out of the ordinary at these 8 places to stay. There are places here for active people, people who are interested in history and architecture, and people who like that little bit of extra luxury. By all means combine a couple of them for a varied holiday.

10 great hikes offering fjord views

Pick a favourite from these 10 great hikes with views of the Nærøyfjord, Aurlandsfjord or Sognefjord. You’re sure to find something that suits you, whether you want to climb spectacular peaks or stay close to the fjord with your family. Whatever you choose, wonderful fjords views await you.

Explore the most popular activities in Flåm and Myrkdalen

Take a look at the most popular activities in Myrkdalen and Flåm and find your favourites. Highlights include combined cycling and hiking tours, visits to the Vikings in Gudvangen and fly fishing courses – so we have something to suit most tastes.

Discover the taste of Flåm

Be inspired by how you can enjoy the local food and flavours of western Norway, in and around Flåm.

Cycle Rallarvegen from Finse to Flåm

Rallarvegen is one of Norway’s most popular cycling tours and has been named the most beautiful cycling trip in Norway on a number of occasions. You can do the route from Finse to Flåm as a day trip where you’ll get to see everything from spectacular mountains and impressive engineering to the lush Flåmsdalen Valley.

Explore the Nærøyfjord from a fjord cruise

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nærøyfjord is one of the fjords that can only be seen from the fjord. If you take a cruise on the fjord, you can watch the beautiful, historically rich landscape glide past, or you can hop off along the route and explore the area at close quarters. Read on for more reasons why you should take a fjord cruise between Gudvangen and Flåm.

Taste of the Fjords

Fretheim Hotel in Flåm creates a win-win situation when they collaborate with local suppliers: Farmers make a living, the animals are happy and the guests gets the freshest food.

Get the best of Flåm in a day

Experience the best of Flåm in a day. We’ve put together an agenda for anyone who wants a day filled with spectacular nature, adrenaline, activity and delicious food. Explore Flåmsdalen with the Flåm Railway, the Flåm Zipline and cycling before you lean back on a quiet, electric fjord cruise on the Nærøyfjord.

Take the kids on an adventure to Flåm and Myrkdalen

Create your very own family adventure in Myrkdalen and Flåm! Here, you can experience everything from meeting real Vikings to a thrilling zipline ride, as well as swimming in mountain lakes and learn mountain biking.

6 great reasons to visit Hardanger

Hardanger is famous for its beautiful scenery, blooming fruit trees, and award-winning ciders. The region surrounding the Hardangerfjord got something to offer everyone, find 6 good reasons to visit here.

Cyclists on Rallarvegen next to Flåmsbana. Trees and lush hills around.

Our top tips: Activities in Flåm based on your interests

With as many activities available as Flåm has, it can be difficult to choose. To make it easier, we have listed our top picks based on your interests. Continue reading to plan your holiday by the fjord!

The understatement of the year

Norwegians don’t use the largest expressions to describe excitement. “Not bad” might sound negative but for a Norwegian, it most often means the exact opposite. Read on to find 6 experiences that are just that: Not bad!

A catamaran sailing on the Nærøyfjord on a cold and snowy winter day. Tall mountains behind a blue light.

8 pictures to inspire your winter holiday to Flåm

Are you wondering why you should plan a winter holiday to Flåm? Find 8 pictures for inspiration here. The main keywords are fantastic nature, tranquility by the fjord, interesting history, and proximity to the slopes in Myrkdalen.

Four people sitting on a bench in front of a bonfire pan, wearing hats, warm jackets and blanket.

Christmas and New Year in Flåm

Welcome to Christmas and New Year by the fjords in Flåm. We have decorated the village with winter lights to put you into the right Christmas spirit and offer traditional activities and food for everyone.

13 reasons to visit Flåm in winter

Visit Flåm in winter when the pace is slower, the landscape frosty and the light bluish. Here you get our 13 best reasons to come, with activities and experiences for everyone. Plan your trip to Flåm now!

Eco-friendly travel to Flåm

Let somebody else take over the driving so that you can sit back and keep your camera to hand as our beautiful landscape glides by. The location of Flåm in the heart of Western Norway makes it easy to use eco-friendly transport to get here, whether you prefer rail, boat, coach or car.

10 simple tips for a sustainable holiday

All the well-meaning advice and opinions on sustainable tourism can actually be quite overwhelming. To make things a bit easier for you, we’ve listed 10 simple tips for tourists to help you enjoy a more sustainable holiday. Read on and find out how you can easily support the environment, local community and local economy while also enjoying an even more exciting holiday.

10 good reasons to visit Flåm and Myrkdalen this summer

Enjoy a summer holiday in Myrkdalen and Flåm this summer. You’ll find mountain trips to enjoy – walking through the Aurlandsdalen Valley, taking a trip up to a mountaintop with views over the fjord, or enjoying family-friendly paths in the mountains. If cycling is more your thing, there are all kinds of options to choose from. Rallarvegen, an 850 sq m pumptrack or electric bikes. The world-famous Flåm Railway and World Heritage-listed Nærøyfjord should definitely be on your list of must-sees, too.

Three old, red houses and a barn at Otternes farmstead on a cloudy spring day.

15 hidden gems in Flåm and Myrkdalen

You can find hidden, well preserved local gems everywhere, and Myrkdalen and Flåm are no exception. If you’re driving through the area, there are a number of unique places that you can have almost to yourself, regardless of whether nature or culture is more your thing. View our 15 tips here.

Two women and a man standing on a view point looking down at Flåm zipline and the green valley below.

An eventful holiday to Flåm

Explore Flåm and its surroundings by foot, zipline, bicycle, train, and boat on a minibreak filled with action and fantastic nature. Plan a trip with family or friends now!

Why you should experience the Flåm Railway at least once in your life

The Flåm Railway is one of Norway’s most popular attractions, and Lonely Planet has named it the world’s best railway journey. Find out why this railway journey is so popular, and why you should experience it at least once in your life!

The Arctic Train on the Ofot Line with Rombak fjord in the background in the dusk

The Arctic Train on the Ofot Line: 10 historical facts

A train journey with The Arctic Train from Narvik goes through stunning arctic nature. But the journey on the Ofot Railway Line is also a travel through dramatic history. Read our 10 historical facts to learn more about the interesting history of the railway – from the first discovery of iron ore in northern Sweden to the battles in Narvik during the Second World War.

Stegastein viewpoint surrounded by autumn colours and Aurlandsfjord covered with fog

Magical autumn in Flåm

Autumn is the season for hiking, bicycling on the Navvies Road “Rallarvegen”, tasty stews and fantastic colours in the mountains. Visit Flåm in autumn and leave with lots of great memories.

The seasons of Western Norway

Each of the four seasons in Norway has its own charm, colouring the landscape in unique ways.

13 photos for holiday inspiration in western Norway

Western Norway is famous for its outstanding nature, with deep fjords and steep mountains. It offers a long list of attractions, and we’ve collected together 13 photos to inspire a full holiday, from Møre og Romsdal in the north to Rogaland in the south.

Experience the Sunnmøre Alps from Ålesund

Take a fjord cruise directly from Ålesund to Sunnmøre in summer. You have the opportunity to jump on and off the boat in Sæbø, Trandal, Urke and Øye, so this is a brilliant way in which to experience the spectacular Sunnmøre alps. Find out more about what you can see along the beautiful Hjørundfjord.

A woman in shorts, vest and sunglasses smiles while looking at the Gerirangerfjord

What to do on a trip to Geirangerfjord

Geiranger is a popular tourist destination, best known for the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord. Read on for tips and inspiration for what to do when visiting. Geiranger got something for everyone, as long as you are into amazing views of one of the world’s most spectacular fjords.

Explore Ålesund, Hjørundfjorden & UNESCO-listed Geiranger

Ålesund is a perfect starting point for exploring some of the most beautiful fjords in the world: the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord and the stunning Hjørundfjord. Here is a guide to how you can best explore the areas.