Situated on an arm of one of the world’s longest (204 kilometers) and deepest (1,308 meters) fjords is Flåm. The village of only 400 inhabitants is cast against a backdrop of steep mountains, thundering waterfalls, narrow valleys and canyons. Cruise ships began transiting the majestic Sognefjord to Flåm in the late 19th century, bringing primarily English and German passengers. Today, Flåm is Norway’s fourth most popular port of call, a fact that can be attributed not only to the beauty of the fjord but also to the popularity of the Flåm Railway, considered to be one of Europe’s most dramatic rail excursions.
Flåm Cruise Port is one of four harbours which welcome ships to Aurland Harbour Authority. Flåm with its 400 inhabitants is nestled securely in the innermost part of the famous Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world, 204km and 1308m. The Sognefjord with its many fjord arms has been a highlight and main attraction for cruise tourists along the Norwegian coast for many decades. The Nærøyfjord is the most spectacular fjord arm of the Sognefjord and is listed on UNESCOs World Heritage List.
Flåm has a time-honoured tradition as an attractive travel destination. Ships with English and German cruise passengers sailed to Flåm toward the end of the 19th century. People wanted to experience the Norwegian fjords, mountains and waterfalls.
At Flåm Port you can experience the famous Flåm Railway, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world, has a height difference of 865m, with beautiful mountain scenery, magnificent waterfalls, fertile heritage landscape and historical traditions. The Flåm Railway is a masterpiece of engineering. The Flåm Railway Documentation Centre gives insight in building the railway, the technical development and life in Flåm. Authentic EL-9 locomotive, old electric range locomotive, exhibitions and a train shop.
Flåm is perfect for activities for young and old, enriched by local traditions and cultural experiences. There are plentiful opportunities for outdoor adventures – such as bicycling along the fjord or in the Flåmsdalen valley, kayaking on the fjord, fjord safari in RIB-boat to Nærøyfjorden (a UNESCO Worlds Heritage site), fishing, local cuisine served in traditional surroundings or walking the trails of the Flåmsdalen valley. Flåm also offers a cinema showing the movie `Living with the fjord’,a visit to the Ægir Brewery including tasting of 5 types of beer or enjoy a trip with Rallartoget through the village. Otternes Farmyard, with 27 buildings that date all the way back to the 1600s, an exquisite view of Flåm and the tranquil Aurlandsfjord, is one of the cultural treasures nearby. Other excursions including visiting the Aurlandsdalen valley, Norwegian Wild Salmon Centre in Lærdal, trip to Stalheim and Voss is also recommended.
More than 115,000 passengers visited Flåm Cruise Port in 2008 and a total of 135 cruise calls were recorded.
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