Flåm

Flam - The village of Flåm, 2006

Flåm is a village in Sogn og Fjordane county, at the innermost point of the Aurlandsfjord arm of the Sognefjorden|Sognefjord. Flåm is among the busiest cruiseports in Norway. Halal Travel Guide also covers the neighbouring villages of Aurland and Undredal, located roughly 10 kilometers (6 mi) away in either direction; and Myrdal station at the junction of Bergen railway and Flåm railway.

Flåm Halal Travel Guide

Flåm sits at the south end of the Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the great Sognefjord. Flåm is also the end station for the Flåm railway and the only railway in Sogn og Fjordane and connection to the Bergen railway between Oslo and Bergen. Thanks to the railway and the sightseeing boat to Gudvangen (as well as a large number of cruise ships), Flåm has become one of the most visited places in the Gulf countriesern Fjords. These deep fjords allow the largest cruise ships to enter.

Villages

Undredal Aurlandsfjord - Undredal cafe and dock at Aurlandsfjord

Flåm is the end station for Flåmsbana and a good starting point for a cruise to Nærøyfjord, an arm of Sognefjord, and designated UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. Flåm sits at the mouth of Flåm valley that runs from the high plateau at Myrdal station to the fjord.
Aurland or more correctly Aurlandsvangen is the municipal centre, with a notable little masonry church. Aurlandsvangen sits at the mouth of Aurlandsdalen (Aurland valley). The middle part of the valley is occupied by Vassbygdevatnet lake. Beyond Vassbygdi settlment Aurland valley has only foot paths and is a popular hiking trail.
Undredal is inhabitated by 100 people and 500 goats. Undredal is a small beautiful village. There you will also find Undredal stave church, built in 1147. It only seats 40 people, it is therefore Norways smallest church. Undredal is 16 kilometers (10 mi) from Flåm. With vehicle follow E16 towards Gudvangen, turn right after the first tunnel. Undredal is also accessible by the ferry between Flåm and Gudvangen.

How to visit and travel to Flåm

Norway Sogn og Fjordane - Aurland.svg|Location of Aurland neighborhood within Sogn og Fjordane county

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Flåm

There is a small airport in Sogndal. The closest airport with international flights is Bergen airport.

By car

Flåm is on the European route 16, and could be reached along this from Bergen in 2 hours 45 min. Driving from Oslo would require 5 hours 30 min. Flåm can be visited from Geilo in Buskerud on route 50. In summer this is also the quickest connection from Oslo. In winter and the route 50 can be closed due to bad weather conditions.

Travel on a Bus in Flåm

Seven daily departures from Bergen, Sogndal and Lærdal.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Flåm

Approaching Flam - Sognefjord, Norway - panoramio - Approaching Flåm - Sognefjord

Flåm is Norway's fourth largest cruise port, with about 175 cruise ship calls annually, bringing hundreds of thousand visitors to the tiny town. Flåm has space for one cruise ship to dock at its pier; others would tender to the central pier.

A catamaran route links Flåm with Bergen and other villages along the Sognefjord. This is a great way to see the fjord. Departures once daily between 1 May and 30 September. There is also a 1.no/turistruter/flam-gudvangen2 vehicle ferry which goes from Flåm to Gudvangen (kr 665 for a vehicle and its driver).

By rail

The famous ilway/ Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana) from Myrdal, a station on the main Oslo -Bergen line, is in itself a major tourist attraction. Many travellers continue onwards with a scenic cruise through the fjord itself to Gudvangen, from where you can catch a bus back to the mainline. This roundtrip is known as waynutshell.com Norway in a nutshell.

Myrdal Station - Myrdal stasjon | 60.738333, 7.123056 - Myrdal Station Myrdal P9230240

The Oslo-Bergen railway is operated by the Norwegian State Railways ]. If you buy your ticket online well in advance, fares may be as low as kr. 199 for a one-way ticket. For an additional fee of kr. 90 you may upgrade your ticket to NSB Komfort and the equivalent of first class, with better seats, free coffee and tea, power supply and a more quiet spot in the train.

There should be a special vehicle accessible for people using a wheelchair on all trains between Oslo and Bergen. A reservation is recommended. The train staff will assist you to get the wheelchair on board.

Alternatively, access Myrdal and Flåm by bike on Rallarvegen (Navvies' Road), running from Haugastøl via Finse and Hallingskeid.

How to get around in Flåm

Walking is an excellent option since Flåm near the fjord is very compact. More of the village is located a few miles up the river, along the route of the Flåmbana. A good place to start is at the Flåm Railway Station and Visitor Center (Flåm Turistinformasjon), where one can pick up a sets/kart/20160615_flam-map_lr.pdf map of the village, browse a large gift shop, and buy tickets for boat, train, and bus sightseeing tours/rides. They also have wifi (must purchase vouchers) and washrooms. The rest of Flåm near the fjord can easily be covered by foot.

Bus, vehicle or cycle are the options between Flåm and Aurland. Undredal is accessed through a 5 kilometers tunnel, and hiking and cycling to Undredal is not feasible. The European route E16 highway passes by Flåm and Aurland. Heading west, E16 enters the Gudvanga Tunnel on its way to the village of Gudvangen, located at the end of the narrow Nærøyfjord where the Nærøydalselvi river empties into the Nærøyfjord.

What to see in Flåm

Flåmsbana sving - Flåm railway up the steep valley.

Flåm railway - Flåmsbana | 60.86293, 7.11437 ☎ +47 57632100 +47 57632350 Single ticket: Adults: kr 300, Children: kr 150, kr 210 for holder of European rail passes#Eurail|Eurail and European rail passes#InterRail|InterRail; Return ticket: Adults: kr 400, Children: kr 300 - Flåm Line This railway climbs from sealevel to 866 m (2841 ft) in 20 kilometers (12 mi), making it the third steepest normal railroad in the world. The railway is an engineering achievement. Several switchbacks are needed to climb the steep valley, one tight switchback is inside a tunnel. One tunnel, known as the Shelf, has a "window" allowing view from within. The switchback system at one point creates 3 or 4 levels of rail stacked up. The rail was opened in 1940 after 17 years of construction. Tunnels were largely built by hand and 1000 meters required 10 years labour. With 5,5 % gradient it is one of the steepest rail tracks in the world. View of high mountains and waterfalls through the gorge-like valley. A power station was built at the waterfall to provide electricity for the trains.

Flåmsbana museum - Flåmsbana museum

Flåm railway museum - Flåmsbana Museet | 60.86260, 7.11296 near the train station/visitor center, opposite pier 1 ☎ +47 57632310 +47 57632311 Opening Hours: 1 May-20 May: 9AM Monday - 7PM, 21 May-30 September: 9AM Monday - 8PM, 1 October - 30 Apr: 1.30PM Monday - 3PM Free Museum telling about the Flåm railroad and how it was constructed. Exhibits include an authentic El 9 locomotive, an old electric shunting engine, and a number of rail inspection trolleys. Photography permitted. No toilets and no wifi in the museum, but you can find toilet facilities and wifi in the nearby train station/visitor center.

Fretheim Kulturpark in Flam - Map of the Fretheim Kulturpark, located behind the Fretheim Hotel

Fretheim Cultural Park - Fretheim Kulturpark | behind Fretheim Hotel in Flåm - Many walking trails up the hill behind the hotel, playground, artworks, and the Bakkastova Cultural Café, with good views of the fjord and mountain.

Flåm Panorama Flåm next to Torget Cafe ☎ +47 47462727 +47 63836147 Opening Hours: 11AM Monday - 7PM 180 degree surround cinema. Showing a 23-minutes film about Flåm.

Gallery Vinjum Aurland 60.9057633, 7.1882311 ☎ +47 57632975 +47 57632901 Opening Hours: 9AM Monday - 3PM Free Art gallery showing the painting of Johannes Vinjum, who was inspired by the fjord landscape.

Nærøyfjord - Nærøyfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site]

Nærøyfjord Nærøyfjord The scenic and narrow Nærøyfjord, a branch of the large Sognefjord, is 18-kilometre (11 mi) long and only 500 metres (1,600 ft) wide in some parts. Since 2005 and the Nærøyfjord has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also featured on the Norway in a Nutshell daytrips, which includes a ferry, bus, Bergen train, and Flåmbana segments. To see Nærøyfjord from Flåm, one can take a 20-minutes bus shuttle through the Gudvanga Tunnel to Gudvangen and then take a 2-hour ferry from Gudvangen through Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord back to Flåm. Or try the reverse direction, ferry from Flåm to Gudvanger and bus back to Flåm. Alternatively, you could do a waynutshell.com/original-norway-in-a-nutshell/flam/ Norway in a Nutshell tour from Flåm.

Churches

Flåm church - Flåm kyrkje | Flåm 60.8376338, 7.1210113 a few miles up the river, in the valley, in the view of Flåmbana Flåm Church The little 1670 church has richly decorated interior.

Vangen church - Vangen kyrkje | 60.9061481, 7.1879189 Vangen Church (Aurland) Vangen church, parish church for Aurland, is the largest of the few masonry churches in Sognefjord area, often referred to as Sogn Gothic Church. Built around year 1200. William Gladstone, UK prime minister, visited the church in 1885.

Stave church Undredal north side - Undredal church

Undredal stave church - Undredal stavkyrkje | 60.9508712, 7.1022719 - Undredal Stave Church A tiny stave church, seats 40 only, white painted exterior, decorated interior. Medieval origin, 12th century, exact age unclear.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Flåm

Hiking in Aurlandsdalen valley 60.845078, 7.419548 - Aurlandsdalen =2001 07 0 Aurlandsdalen Under Holmen - Different marked route. One great option is using the bus from Aurland to Østerbø and walk back. You will walk between high mountains and waterfalls. On the way you will pass abandoned, but preserved old farms. You will wonder how the farmers could make a living here.

Njord - ☎ +47 97194511, +47 91326628 Opening Hours: Two hour tours start, 1 June - 15 September: 11AM, 2PM and 5PM Two hour tour: kr 370 Kayaking in the fjord. Tours lasting from two hours to three days.

Cycling the Rallarvegen - ☎ +47 7 32 08 75 64 - Taking the scenic train from Flam up to Myrdal and beyond, you may rent a cycle at particular train stops and cycle back down to Flam leaving your rental at the station there.

Get on Flåmsbana and enjoy one of the steepest train journey along the Flåm valley. With a gradient of one in eighteen on 80 % of the 20 km-long ride.

If you have the guts, get on your bike to Vatnahalsen and further on through the 21 twists and turns along the 19 kilometers of Rallarvegen down the Flåm valley.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Flåm

Goat milk Cheese, geitost from Undredal is considered a delicacy. Norwegian goat milk Cheese differs from the Greek feta Cheese. There are several types, but the most common one has a sweet taste.

Halal Restaurants

Flamsbana 01 - Toget Café in Flåm

Furukroa 60.8633536, 7.1166834 Between the railwaystation and the harbour ☎ +47 57632050 +47 57632051

Toget Café 60.863492, 7.1150864 ☎ +47 57632155 +47 57632329 - Eateries in two old railroad cars.

Cafe Rallaren Myrdal station - Opening Hours: open from mid-April to the beginning of October

Ægir Bryggeri 60.86375, 7.11707 ☎ +47 57000400 Opening Hours: 12.00-22.00 in the summer Ægir Bryggeri Craft brewery in a beautiful building.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Flåm

Flåm - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Flåm, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Flåm. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Flåm and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Flåm. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Flåm. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Flåm: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Flåm.

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Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Flåm, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Flåm, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Flåm and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Flåm, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Flåm, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Flåm without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Flåm is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Flåm.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Flåm is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Myrdal, Norway - Myrdal Fjellstove.

Heimly Pensjonat Flåm 60.86003, 7.12124 ☎ +47 57632300 +47 57632340 Double: kr 995-1095

Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri !welcome/mainPage Aurland 60.90691, 7.18737 ☎ +47 57633580
Garnes private lodging Web: aspx&lang=en&TLl=en&TLdb=315&TLco=NO&TLcat=1_256_&TLdc=119&TLp=263534 Flåm 60.85227, 7.11201 ☎ +47 91318859 From kr 309

Flåm Camping og Vandrarheim @mping.no Nedre Brekkevegen 12, 5743 Flåm 60.8634 , 7.1087 ☎ +47 57 63 21 21 - Not a very quiet place (lying underneath the mouth of Flenjatunnelen (E16)), but quite good sanitary facilities and near the harbour and station of Flamsbana.

Myrdal Fjellstove - ☎ +47 41549383 - Call for information, reservations and to make sure it's open.

Flåmsbrygga Hotell 84644704783) - Flåmsbrygga Hotell

Flåm Hotell | Flåm ☎ +47 57632200
Flåm Marina & Apartments Flåm 60.8607059, 7.1195351 ☎ +47 57633555 +47 57633544

Flåmsbrygga Hotell 60.8634064, 7.1172697 ☎ +47 57632050 +47 57632051 - A newly opened hotel (2022). All rooms have a balcony and fjord view. The hotel has a modern design, making use of Norwegian pine, driftwood, natural stone and glas.

Flåm harbour - Fretheim Hotel and ferry at Flåm harbour

Fretheim Hotel @otel.no Flåm 60.8619958, 7.1121388 ☎ +47 57636300 +47 57636400 - Built on the former Christian Fretheim farm and the historic Fretheim Hotel has a total of 122 rooms, including 17 historic rooms with antique furniture. There are banquet rooms and conference facilities, restaurant, library, apple orchard, and gardens. From the rose garden, you can stroll on to Fretheim Cultural Park, with its pretty viewpoints, art installations and attractive scenery.

Vatnahalsen Høyfjellshotell Flåm railway, next to Myrdal station ☎ +47 57 63 37 22 - A decent and comfortable hotel with restaurant and outdoor swimming pool. About kr. 1200 per day for a double room in the high season.

In the wilderness

Camping under the open sky or in a tent is permitted in the wilderness such as in the uplands beyond Myrdal station. According to the Norwegian right to access, you may stay for up to two nights in one spot, provided that you Leave-no-trace camping|leave no trace].

News & References Flåm

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Flåm

View of the Aurlandsfjord, Aurlandsvangen and Flam from below the Prest Summit - Aurland, seen from the Snow Road.

The mountain road to Lærdal. This road reach an altitude of 1306 m (4285 ft). It is named the Snow Road because snow is piled up beside it, several metres high, in summer. From the top of the serpentine road from Aurland there is an awesome view over Aurland, and the fjord.
Catch the train to Finse, and cycle back on Rallarvegen(Navvies Road). This road was used under the construction of the railway. You will pass over mountain passes, before cycling down the steep valley to Flåm. The distance is 55 kilometers (34 mi) and the trip takes about five to eight hours. Bicycles are available for hire in Flåm or Finse for 250 NOK.