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Flåm city overview
Flåm is a city in Norway shaped by its region, population, local economy, landmarks, climate and civic history. This overview summarizes the city itself: where it sits, what defines it, which places anchor its identity and why it matters within the wider country.
City facts
Known forFlam Railway, Aurlandsfjord, Naeroyfjord cruises, Stegastein viewpoint
RegionNorwayNorway
Time zoneEurope/Oslolocal time
Founded1670historical origin
City history
In 1670, Flåm Church was built in the village, replacing an older stave church.
In 1908, the Norwegian Parliament approved the construction of the Flåm Line railway, though the funds to construct the railway were not allocated until 1923.
In 1942, regular operation of steam-powered trains started on the Flåm Line.
In 2000, Flåm built a new pier that allowed large cruise ships to dock directly which led to a great increase in tourism. Name The name Flåm is documented as early as 1340 as.
The original Fretheim Hotel, established in the late 1800s, expanded to welcome more international guests, offering a comfortable stay amid the wild nature.
By the 1960s, cruise ships had begun anchoring in the fjord (they were too large to dock, so passengers would take smaller boats ashore).
The Norway in a Nutshell tour – a popular packaged day-trip including the Flåm Railway and fjord ferry – started bringing many visitors to Flåm starting in the 1980s and onward.
Worth seeing
Flam Railway
Flam Railway is a practical Flåm planning anchor: compare its location, transfer time, nearby hotel bases and event timing before you lock the day plan.
Aurlandsfjord
Aurlandsfjord is a practical Flåm planning anchor: compare its location, transfer time, nearby hotel bases and event timing before you lock the day plan.
Naeroyfjord cruises
Naeroyfjord cruises is a practical Flåm planning anchor: compare its location, transfer time, nearby hotel bases and event timing before you lock the day plan.
Stegastein viewpoint
Stegastein viewpoint is a practical Flåm planning anchor: compare its location, transfer time, nearby hotel bases and event timing before you lock the day plan.
Brekke waterfall
Brekke waterfall is a practical Flåm planning anchor: compare its location, transfer time, nearby hotel bases and event timing before you lock the day plan.
Fjord village
Fjord village is a practical Flåm planning anchor: compare its location, transfer time, nearby hotel bases and event timing before you lock the day plan.
Stay overview
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Hotels & areas
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Compare stays in Flåm, NorwayFlights & airports
Main airport TBC arrival plan
- Flåm airport accessMain gateway TBC.
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Rental cars
Flåm day-trip car use
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Best time to visit
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Transport notes
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Crowds
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Booking detail
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Upcoming events
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