Take a breathtaking journey on the Flåm Railway, passing dramatic waterfalls, deep valleys, and postcard-perfect scenery.
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📍 Flåm Railway, Norway · Flåmsbana, Norge
📅 Sunday, 11 August 2024
🕖 9:30am
🌤️ 18ºC · 64ºF
ℹ️ https://en.flamsbana.no
🚃 One-way: https://www.norwaysbest.com/en/flam/things-to-do/hike-or-bike-the-flam-valley
🔁 Round-trip: https://www.norwaysbest.com/en/flam/things-to-do/round-trip-with-the-flam-railway
🚲 Cycling: https://www.norwaysbest.com/en/flam/things-to-do/the-flam-railway-hike-and-bike
🪽 Zip line and cycling: https://www.norwaysbest.com/en/flam/things-to-do/flam-railway-flam-zipline-and-cycling
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00:00 – Preview
00:39 – On Board
04:05 – Kjosfossen
06:30 – Myrdal
09:09 – Return Hike
15:06 – Zip Line
16:48 – Flåmselvi
20:32 – Death Stranding
22:49 – Rjoandefossen
25:13 – Flåm
29:49 – Flåm Station
🎥 Shot on DJI Osmo Action 4 in 4K 60fps
🎶 Music from Epidemic Sound
– Free trial: https://share.epidemicsound.com/89c8mn
– Eternal Sunrise by Victor Lundberg: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/8VY15rWlM8/
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Hey friends, welcome to the Flåm Railway in Norway! Throughout this video, you’ll find captions with fun facts and commentary. The Flåm Railway is one of the most scenic train rides in the world. Over just 20 kilometres, the line climbs 866 metres, connecting the fjord-side village of Flåm with the mountain station of Myrdal. The trip takes about an hour—plenty of time to relax and soak in the beauty of western Norway. In fact, Lonely Planet named it the world’s most beautiful train journey in 2014. We’re travelling through Flåmsdalen, a lush valley in the heart of western Norway, at the end of the Aurlandsfjord. The area is known for its blend of wild nature, peaceful farmland, and scenery straight out of a postcard. There are a few ways to experience the Flåm Railway. The simplest is a round-trip by train, but many travellers prefer to hike or cycle back down through the valley. Some packages even include Scandinavia’s longest zip line, with bikes waiting at the bottom for the ride to Flåm. Ticket prices range from 399 to 577 NOK for a one-way adult fare in summer 2025, depending on the time of departure and the season. More details are linked in the description. We’ve arrived at Kjosfossen, where the train stops so passengers can step out and see the waterfall up close. It’s a powerful sight, crashing down from the cliffs. To the left of the stone building, you might spot a dancing figure— part of a theatrical display based on Norwegian folklore, added during the summer season. Just spent the last few minutes wiping down my camera. Good thing it’s waterproof! This is our final stop—Myrdal Station, perched over 860 metres above sea level. This remote mountain station connects the Flåm Railway with the Bergen Line, which runs between Oslo and Bergen. Myrdal is tiny, with just the station and a few buildings nearby, but it serves as an important gateway for travellers heading into the fjords or starting the hike back to Flåm. The train’s heading back to Flåm now, but we’re taking the scenic route on foot! It’s 21 km back to Flåm—but don’t worry, it’s all downhill, so the hike isn’t too demanding. The trail follows parts of the Rallarvegen, a historic route originally built for railway workers and now popular with cyclists. It’s a peaceful, scenic way to experience the valley at a slower pace. The trail starts with 21 sharp hairpin turns winding down Myrdalsberget. These zigzags descend quickly and offer sweeping views across the upper valley. A waterfall runs alongside the path, adding a dramatic touch to the start of the hike. I can’t even comprehend cycling up this mountain. There’s some of the hairpins I mentioned earlier. We’ve reached the valley floor now. Just ahead is the Flåm Zipline—the longest in Norway. Instead of hiking, many choose to zip over the valley and then bike back to Flåm. Bikes can be rented here at the base, making it an adventurous and convenient way to return. It’s a popular summer activity that adds a little adrenaline to your journey through the valley. Starting to rain now 🙁 Much of the hike follows the Flåmselvi, a glacial river that winds through the valley on its way to the fjord. The water is clear, with rapids and small waterfalls creating a constant, calming soundtrack as you walk. Here’s our first glimpse of the railway line itself. We’ll catch sight of the train a few more times as we head down. I know this might seem a bit odd, but when I saw this random ladder in the distance, I had to check it out. If you’ve ever played the game Death Stranding, you’ll understand. Looks like Sam’s been out here expanding the Chiral Network. Should we have connected? Imagine living in this valley, by a river, with a giant waterfall casually in the background. That’s Rjoandefossen, one of the tallest waterfalls in the region, dropping over 240 metres. It’s one of the highlights of the walk back to Flåm. Let’s see if we can get a closer look to the left here. We’re back in Flåm! This small village, set at the head of the Aurlandsfjord, is known for its dramatic scenery and traditional wooden buildings. Despite its size, it’s a popular stop for cruise ships, hikers, and rail travellers. Just ahead is Flåm Church, a wooden chapel built in 1670 and one of the village’s most enduring landmarks. I didn’t have time at the start of the video to tell you about the railway’s engineering— so here’s your bonus train nerd segment. Construction began in 1923 and finished in 1940, which is impressive given the tough mountain terrain. It’s one of the steepest standard-gauge railways in the world, with 80% of the route running on a 5.5% gradient. The journey includes 20 tunnels, most dug by hand, including one that pulls off a full 180-degree turn inside the mountain! Flåm Railway is just one stop on our bigger Scandinavian road trip. We started in Denmark and traveled through Sweden to get here. Check out the playlist in the description to see more videos from our adventure. After 21 kilometres, we’ve made it back to Flåm Station! You’ll find the bike return just on the right back there. This is an older NSB El 17 locomotive, used from 1998 to 2014. It’s since been replaced by the El 18—the model we rode earlier today. Flåm Station is small but has a visitor centre, a ticket office, and a handful of cafés and restaurants, perfect for a well-earned break. Thanks for joining us on this train ride and hike! If you enjoyed this adventure, subscribe to explore more places around the world with us. Until next time!