The famous Flam Railway (Flamsbana) in Norway is legendary for being one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. The old green train rises high from the edge of the blue Aurlandsfjord up into the steep, snow-capped mountains of Myrdal. It’s an unforgettable ride full of wild nature, and it’s one of the absolute best things to do on a Scandinavian holiday.
Take Photos of the Roaring Kjosfossen Waterfall
The main highlight of the train journey is the stop at the powerful Kjosfossen waterfall. The train actually stops for five minutes beside the thundering water so we can all disembark onto a wooden platform. You can feel the cool mist on your face and take amazing up-close photos of the roaring cascade. Come in summer, and you may just catch a mysterious dancer performing to local folklore music by the falls.
View Small Farms Perched on the Cliffs
The train slowly twists its way around the steep tracks, and looking out the window, you see the beautiful, old-fashioned Flam Valley. You’ll see traditional wooden houses, historic churches, and tiny goats grazing on green pastures that seem nearly unreachable. To see the dramatic landscape change from deep blue fjord water to rocky alpine peaks in less than an hour is pure magic.
Flam Zipline – fly down the mountain
For adrenaline junkies, consider layering your train experience with a flight on the Flam Zipline, one of the craziest things to do. You may also jump off the train at Vatnahalsen station, where the longest zipline in Scandinavia begins. You’re going to be zipping down the steep valley at high speeds, getting a thrilling bird’s eye view of the rushing rivers below.
Cycle Back Down The Rallarvegen Trail
For the active traveler, renting a bike at the upper station is a good option. Instead of taking the train both ways, you can take the train to Myrdal and cycle down the famous Rallarvegen. The trail goes all the way down to the village along the train tracks, and you can enjoy the fresh mountain air and waterfalls at your own pace.
Reserve the Renowned Norway Basics Tour
It's very easy to connect the train with other transport, so combining it with regular Norway tour packages is extremely easy. Most travelers opt for the popular Norway in a single day trip. This legendary package combines the mountain train ride with a quiet electric fjord cruise through the narrow, UNESCO-listed Naeroyfjord, giving you the ultimate look at Norway's best landscapes.
