Flåm Cruise Port Guide
Photos: The (CC BY-SA 3.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; Kenneth Davidson, geer das, Jose Ramon Ruiz, Rainieri cabrera morel, Ajinkya Darekar · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Norway
- Region:
- Norwegian Fjords
- Coordinates:
- 60.8600° N, 7.1119° E
About Flåm
Flåm is a village in the Flåmsdalen valley located at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjorden, a branch of Sognefjorden in Aurland Municipality, Vestland county, Norway. The port sits within the Norwegian Fjords region and offers easy access to six highly-rated attractions, most within 1 km of the port.
What to see and do
The Flåmsbana railway is the standout attraction, rated 4.5 stars from 18,917 reviews, just 0.4 km from the port. The Flåm Railway Museum, 0.3 km away, provides context for this historic route. For scenic experiences, visit Flåm Beach (4.7 stars, 0.7 km away) or the Brekkefossen Viewpoint (4.8 stars, 1.1 km away). The Outer Flåm Countryside Walk to Brekkefossen (4.8 stars) and Rjoandefossen waterfall (4.8 stars, 3.9 km away) offer further exploration opportunities.
Flåm makes an excellent call during Norwegian Fjords cruises, with nearby ports including Ålesund, Åndalsnes, Bergen, Eidfjord, and Geiranger.
Flåm is a village in the Flåmsdalen valley which is located at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjorden, a branch of Sognefjorden. The village is located in Aurland Municipality in Vestland county, Norway.
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Things to do in Flåm on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Andy 81E · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Flåmsbana
4.5 (18,917) 0.4 km from port
Railway line with vintage carriages, traveling to the mountains with a stop at Kjosfossen Falls.
Near: Flåm Visitor Center (24 m) · Flam Bakery (38 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 7:45 am – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday: 7:45 am – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday: 7:45 am – 4:00 pm
- Thursday: 7:45 am – 4:00 pm
- Friday: 7:45 am – 4:00 pm
- Saturday: 7:45 am – 4:00 pm
- Sunday: 7:45 am – 4:00 pm
- 5 · “An unforgettable experience! The scenery along the entire journey is absolutely breathtaking, with spectacular waterfalls and stunning mountain landscapes. A…” — Anat Liberman
- 5 · “Norway has some jaw dropping scenery and the Flamsbana is a must if you want to see it. The train…” — Boris Simeonov
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Photo: Flåmsbanamuseet · via Google Maps Museum
Flåm Railway Museum
4.5 (686) 0.3 km from port
Near: FjordSafari - Flam Guide Service (50 m) · Flåm stasjon (57 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “This is such a cute museum that held a surprisingly large amount to see! Very informative and so interesting to…” — Haley Jensen
- 5 · “An awesome exhibit, with lots of stories, and old trains to see, the gift shop is well stocked and the…” — V H
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Photo: Meriam Dayao · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Flåm Beach
4.7 (186) 0.7 km from port
Near: Coop Marked Flåm (160 m) · NJORD KAYAK CENTRE (189 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “The sand is kind of rocky. The water was clear, cool and refreshing. If you are thinking of going all…” — Charish Dean
- 5 · “There are boat service from Gudvangen to Flam, actually this Fjord is like a inverted 'U' shape, so reach Gudvangen…” — Rajesh V
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Photo: sadler_ma · via Google Maps Scenic point
Brekkefossen Viewpoint
4.8 (144) 1.1 km from port
Near: Brekkefossen Trailhead (17 m) · Brekkefossen (400 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Short walk from Flåm to trailhead, after it gets really steep for a ‘moderate’ hike. But panoramic views of the…” — Tee Chin Min Benjamin
- 5 · “Beautiful waterfall hike about 45 minutes from the main town. The trail is about 30 minutes but fairly steep amazing…” — Howard H
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Tourist attraction
Rjoandefossen
4.8 (64) 3.9 km from port
Near: Rjoandefossen view point bridge (144 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Walk a little past and there will be a side road with a bridge with a great place to take…” — Ellen Watson
- 5 · “can view closer if you cross the bridge” — Deniss R
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Tourist attraction
Outer Flåm Countryside Walk to Brekkefossen
4.8 (55) 0.7 km from port
Near: Brekke Gard Apartments & Hostel (211 m)
- Good for children
- 5 · “This is part of a pleasant walk from Flam harbor to the waterfall. The walk is about thirty minutes, and…” — Josh
- 5 · “Very recommended!” — Alina Kolesnyk
Map of Flåm and nearby attractions
Best time to visit Flåm
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