Official tourist guide Flam
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Transcript of Official tourist guide Flam
www.visitflam.com
top 10 - Flåm
English vErsion 2013
(+47) 57 63 14 00
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your guidE to thE Must-sEE attractions
Beautiful Flåm is situated in the innermost part of the aurlandsfjord, a tributary of the 204
kilometres long and up to 1308 metres deep sognefjord. surrounded by steep mountainsides,
roaring waterfalls and deep valleys, Flåm is a paradise for everyone looking for a one-of-a-
kind experience with nature
Enjoy your adventure in Flåm!
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01 World heritage cruise nærøyfjord
02 sightseeing tour to stegastein viewpoint
03 visit to aurland shoe factory
04 historic hotel and local cuisine
05 World heritage cruise undredal
06 cycle rallarvegen from mountain to Fjord
07 Experience Fretheim cultural park and Bakkastova
08 take the route down the steep and winding stalheimskleiva road
09 Flåmsbana
10 cultural walk in aurland
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Whether you arrive by boat, bus, train, private car
or bike, getting to Flåm means a journey filled with
beautiful and dramatic nature.
Flåm is located along the E16, which is the main road
between oslo and Bergen. From these cities you can
also take the train on the scenic Bergen line, followed
by a spectacular train journey with the world famous
Flåm railway. From Bergen you can also take an ex-
press boat on the sognefjord to Flåm. the nearest
international airport is Bergen Flesland airport, 2,5
hours from Flåm and for national arrivals by air, sog-
ndal haukåsen airport is approx. 1 hour from Flåm.
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undrEdal
nærøyFJord
stEgastEin
aurland shoE Factorycultural Walk
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FrEthEiM cultural park
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FlåMsBana
tour FactsSeason 15th May - 15th september
Departure times 15th -31st May and 1st - 15th september: From Flåm: 11:00 & 12:30. 1st June - 31st august: From Flåm: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 13:20 From gudvangen 10:30, 12:30 and 13:20
Duration 2,5-3 hours roundtrip
Price nok 350,-
Info [email protected] / +47 57 63 32 00
Booking www.visitflam.com
Fjord cruise in the unEsco World heritage area nærøyfjorden. Explore one of the most popular fjord
areas in norway on a fjord cruise in World heritage landscape. the narrow and spectacular fjord
nærøyfjorden is surrounded by steep hillsides with snow-covered mountain tops 1400 metres above
sea level. you will experience cascading waterfalls and the idyllically located settlements along the
fjord. the area is included on the unEsco World heritage list and considered to be among the most
scenic fjord areas in the world. the roundtrip includes a one way fjord cruise from Flåm to gudvangen
or vice versa, and a shuttle bus return to the starting point.
01 World hEritagE cruisE nærøyFJord
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tour FactsSeason 1st June – 31st august
Departure from Flåm
Departure times 15th - 31st May, 1st - 15th september: 10:30 and 14:00. 1st June - 31st august: 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00
Duration 1,5 hours
Price nok 200,-
Info [email protected] / +47 57 63 32 00
Booking www.visitflam.com
a popular sightseeing tour with bus from Flåm, via aurland, to the spectacular viewpoint stegastein,
650 metres above sea level overlooking the fjord and mountains. From stegastein you get panorama
view of the fjord landscapes with plenty of opportunities for taking that unique holiday picture worth
sharing. the aurlandsvegen road from the center of aurland to the viewpoint stegastein is open all
year, but the rest of the mountain road to lærdal is closed during the winter. a travel guide folder will
be handed out on the bus.
02 sightsEEing tour to stEgastEin viEWpoint
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tour FactsSeason 1st June – 31st august
Location aurland
Departure time from Flåm 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00
Duration 1,5 hours
Price nok 200,- Free entrance aurland shoe factory
Guided tours available for groups (min. 12 pax): For more information, please contact us.
Info [email protected] / +47 57 63 32 00
Booking www.visitflam.com
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Experience the artisans of shoe making through aurlandskoen. the aurland shoe has been produced
since the 1930s, and today the aurland shoe Factory is the only remaining manufacturer of this tradi-
tional shoe. Meet the artisans of shoe making, follow the steps of the production process and discover
interesting elements of the historic craft. Make sure to take home with you a pair of proper shoes as a
souvenir. the tour includes bus t/r aurland – Flåm.
03 visit to aurland shoE Factory
tour FactsGuided historical walks of the hotel departure times: every day at 18:00 Booking: sign up in the reception duration: 30-45 minutes
Historic walk with salmon dishes (groups) groups 10 – 20, one week in advance price: 250,- pr. pers. incl. lunch duration: 3 hours
Booking [email protected]
Every historical hotel has its tale of being haunted or of friendly ghosts, and thus Fretheim has more to
offer than solely accommodation. Join us on a historical walk through the hotel, our rose garden or cul-
tural park. We have guided historical walks of the hotel every day. you will of course have to taste one of
our local specialties in our restaurant. if you wish you can combine a historical walk with an introduction
to how to prepare salmon dishes, followed by enjoying these dishes for a 2-3 course lunch.
04 historic hotEl and local cuisinE
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tour FactsSeason 1st June – 31st august
Departure from Flåm
Departure time 11:00
Duration 5,5 hours
Info [email protected] / +47 57 63 32 00
Booking www.visitflam.com
Fjord cruise in World heritage landscape with a stop in the village of undredal. Explore the nærøyfjorden
World heritage area on a fjord cruise and visit undredal, a village known for its tasteful goat cheese and
small stave church. you can explore the village on your own, join a guided tour to undredal stave church
and learn how the local goat cheese is made, which of course includes cheese samples for you to taste
as well as the possibilities to buy a piece of this popular cheese. the roundtrip includes fjord cruise from
Flåm to gudvangen, with a 2 hour stop in undredal and a shuttle bus from gudvangen back to Flåm.
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Fretheim cultural park is a 1600 metres circular trail in natural sur-
roundings, facilitated with histories, viewpoints, benches and seating ar-
eas. the park treasure is Bakkastova, an old cotters farm from the early
1800s and a house typical for the sognefjorden area building traditions.
today Bakkastova is a cultural café and an exhibition for local food and
handicraft. the cultural park has an activity area and a quiz trail for chil-
dren and families. you can also say hi to goat babies. the park is open for
everyone and is located behind the hotel.
07 ExpEriEncE FrEthEiM cultural park and Bakkastova
Season 20th July – 30th sept.
Departure from Flåm
Duration 2 nights
Package 2 nights with half board, packed meal, train ticket on the Flåm railway and bike rental. all organized.
Booking and info [email protected] +47 57 63 63 00
tour Facts
We wish all cycling enthusiasts welcome to cy-
cle rallarvegen from Finse to Flåm this summer.
stay at our historical hotel, experience the famous
Flåm railway and cycle one of the most popular
cycle routes in norway that takes you from the
high mountain to the fjord. rallarvegen was hand-
made and used as a transportation route during
the building of the Bergen railway from 1895-1902.
the road it self is an attraction that brings you
through a fantastic highland area starting at 1000
meters above sea level, peaking at 1300 meters
before descending to the fjord. our package deal
includes 2 nights with full board, packed meal,
train ticket on the Flåm railway and bike rental.
available from 20th of July – 30th of september.
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06 cyclE rallarvEgEn FroM Mountain to FJord
tour FactsFrEthEiM cultural park Season open all year
Level of difficulty part with easy access
Multiple application play area for children
Price Free access
Bakkastova cultural caFè Opening time season
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tour FactsSeason 1st June – 31st august
Guest departure from Flåm
Departure time 11:30 and 13:45
Duration 2 hours
Price nok 300,-
Info [email protected] / +47 57 63 32 00
Booking www.visitflam.com
Experience the magnificent views of the unEsco World heritage listed nærøydalen valley and the drive
down the steep and winding road stalheimskleiva passing the waterfalls sivlefossen and stalheimsfos-
sen. the sightseeing tour takes you by bus from Flåm, includes a short stop at stalheim hotel for the
panorama views of nærøydalen, before the return to Flåm by driving down the hairpin bends of stal-
heimskleiva road and through the nærøydalen valley. a travel guide folder will be handed out on the bus.
08 takE thE routE doWn thE stEEp and Winding stalhEiMsklEiva road
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tour Facts 2013Season all year
Departure from Flåm to Myrdal and back
Departure times 28th april – 27th september: 9–10 daily departures, rest of the year: 4 daily departures
Duration approx. 2 hour roundtrip
Price Flåm – Myrdal – Flåm return tickets: adults nok 380, children 4 – 15 years nok 280, Family, max. 2 adults + 2 children nok 900
Booking (groups only) [email protected] +47 57 63 21 00
the Flåm railway invites you on a spectacular train journey with a panoramic view of some of the wild-
est and most striking examples of norwegian fjord and mountain lanscape. in less than an hour the
train ascends 865 metres from Flåm to Myrdal going through 20 tunnels. the Flåm railway is one of
steepest railway lines in the world on normal tracks with almost 80% of the distance with a gradient of
5,5%. the national geographic traveler Magazine has named the Flåm railway as one of the top 10 train
journeys in Europe. to learn more about the Flåm railway’s history and its technological development,
visit the Flåm railway documentation centre in Flåm. it is located in the yellow building next to the Flåm
railway and has free entrance for everyone.
09 FlåMsBana
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tour FactsSeason 1st June – 31st august
Departure from Flåm
Departure time 10:00 and 12:00
Duration 3,5 hours
Price nok 260,-
Info [email protected] / +47 57 63 32 00
Booking www.visitflam.com
tailor make your own cruise, or combine it with a sightseeing tour on
land. onboard one of our comfortable boats and buses, we take you and
your group to fascinating destinations in the sognefjord region. visit the
most famous and scenic parts the area has to offer. Enjoy a full day on
the fjord or maybe an evening cruise with dinner and entertainment!
a charter tour is perfect for companies, tour operators and private par-
ties, who prefer the exclusivity and flexibility a private charter will give.
Boats
m/V lykkeper: certified for 170 passengers, cruise speed 11 knots, minimum 4 crewmembers.
m/V Sognefjell: certified for 70 pas-sengers. Minimum 2 crewmembers. cruise speed 12-13 knots.
Meals can be ordered in advance. kiosk/bar onboard. operates on the sognefjord, mainly in the Flåm-gud-vangen area.
Busses
mercedes Sprinter: 16 seats, micro-phone & dvd system
Ford Transit: 16 seats, microphone
Buses with larger capacity also avail-able on request.
More information and booking: [email protected]+47 57 63 32 00
chartErBus and Boat
this sightseeing tour gives you a close meeting with cultural heritage
and activities in aurland - a new tour from 2013! the tour includes
bus t/r aurland - Flåm, a visit to the studio of the glasblowing artist
Merete rein, a visit to the stone church vangen kyrkje and the aur-
land shoefactory. Merete rein has worked with glass since 2006 and
in 2012 she opened a glassblowing studio in the center of aurland.
vangen church dates back to 1202 and is the largest stonechurch
of the 7 stonechurches in the region of sogn og Fjordane.
10 cultural Walk in aurlands
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