Flam, Norway

Flåm is a Norwegian village at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the Sognefjord. The town is located in the municipality of Aurland, in Sogn og Fjordane county, Norway. Surrounded by steep mountainsides, roaring waterfalls and deep valleys, this area is a paradise for everyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience with nature.

Flåm is known for its railway which is widely known as one of the world's most fantastic stretches of railroad. The exciting history of the railway can be learnt by visiting the Flåmsbana Museum in Flåm. Other attractions include the Otternes Farmyard, the Norwegian Wild Salmon Centre and the Borgund Stave Church.

Things to See & Do

* Famous Flåm Railway
* Flåm Railway Museum
* Otternes Farmyard an ancient farm hamlet
* Norwegian Wild Salmon Centre
* Borgund Stave Church

General information
Cruise Season - Feb to Dec
Currency - Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Language - Norwegian
Land Area - Norway 324,220 sq km
Population - 500
Electricity - 2 round pins European style
Time - GMT/UTC plus one hour
International Country Telephone Code - +47

Port Location - Flåm Port is located in downtown Flam and is one of Norway's most popular ports of call for cruise ships.

Transport Links - Modern transportation makes today's Flåm a junction that is easily accessible whether you are travelling by car, boat, train or by bus.