The One Thing You Don't Want to Miss

For an exciting adventure, ride the Flåm Railroad, one of the most interesting stretches of railroad engineering in the world. It offers some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere. You'll pass through approximately 20 tunnels as you travel up steep cliffs to an altitude of 2,845 feet above sea level.

Other Fun Things to Do

• Explore the beautiful Stalheim Valley with its lush vegetation, waterfalls, and mountain scenery. Stop for a short stroll at the Tvidne Waterfall to take a photo or just enjoy the wonderful view.
• Visit Voss, a small town with a church dating back to the 12th century. In town, you'll find the Knute Rockne Monument, paying tribute to the American football coach who was born there.
• Go shopping in Aurland, well known for its shoes. You'll also see an impressive gothic stone church there, dating back to the 13th century.

Shopping for Bargains

Norway is a popular place to shop for Scandinavian crafts. Local handicrafts include the traditional knitted sweaters in Nordic designs, good quality silverware, pewter and wood carvings. Trolls also make popular souvenirs, as do candles and the Norwegian-invented cheese plane or slicer.

Local Currency

The unit of currency in Norway is the Krone (NOK). Major credit cards are also widely accepted and often offer a good exchange rate.

Weather in Flam, Norway