Snowshoe hike with fjord views

2-4 hours

Winter

Easy

Hiking with snowshoes is a fun way to get close to nature in winter. Join this guided snowshoe hike from Flåm and enjoy an exceptional view of the Aurlandfjord and the surrounding mountains.

Join a snowshoe hike from Flåm

Winter casts a quiet blanket over the fjord landscape, and on a snowshoe hike from Flåm you’ll experience it up close. The trip begins with a minibus ride along the Aurlandsfjord to the spectacular Stegastein viewpoint, 650 metres above sea level. Here you’ll get a short introduction to snowshoes and their history before your guide leads you into the winter terrain, sharing stories about mountain farms, fjord life and the surrounding nature.

During the 1.5-hour hike, you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of Aurland, Flåm and snow-clad peaks, with a stop along the way for hot drinks and a moment of silence. In the darkest winter months, the experience becomes even more atmospheric with headlamps and, if you’re lucky, a starry sky over the fjord. The hike requires some physical effort but no prior experience – just a sense of adventure.

Good to know

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

2-4 hours

Meeting point

Meet at the FjordSafari reception at the pier in Flåm 15 minutes before departure.

A snowshoeing guide talks to a group of guests on the mountainside above the Aurlandsfjord.

The art of snowshoeing

With the snowy winters we get in Norway, getting around isn’t always the easiest. But with snowshoes on your feet, you stay on top of the snow rather than wading through it. In the past, they were essential for simply getting from place to place, whereas today they’re a great way to head into the mountains without needing skis.

You don’t need any experience to go snowshoeing. Once the snowshoes are strapped onto your boots, all you need to do is walk forward with a slightly wider stance. Even so, the guide starts the trip with a quick introduction to make sure no one falls behind.

Along the way, your guide will tell you all about the dramatic landscape you’re walking through, the winter by the fjord, and the unique local culture of the area. And, in true Norwegian style, you’ll also be treated to a hot drink and a bar of Kvikk Lunsj.

Dress warmly and join us for a memorable hike in the forest above the fjord!

A man in a blue down jacket serves coffee from a thermos to winter-clad people on a snowshoe trip.

Practical information

The trip starts and ends in Flåm. From Flåm, you take a bus to Aurland and continue up to the Stegastein viewpoint, where the snowshoe walk begins. The snowshoeing itself takes around an hour and a half, and the whole trip lasts roughly three hours.

Is this trip suitable for me?

This tour is perfect for beginners. You’ll need to be in reasonably good shape, but you don’t need any experience with snowshoes. Just remember to dress warmly, as it can get very cold in winter.

Recommended for ages 6 and up.