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Flamsbana Railway

Flamsbana 5742, Flam, Norway
57 63 21 00
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Flam
4.0 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Type: Scenic Railroads
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Chicago, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The scenery on this trip was amazing but it was a very long day to do it.We took a 5 hour+ boat trip from Bergen,then the Flam railway line then train back to Bergen.

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NC
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Positives: Rail rider dream come true. Steep rocky walls, snow caps, water falls, green valleys and plateaus, tunnels, 180 degree turns. Negatives: seating is 2-aisle-3. Knee to knee;shoulder to shoulder. 35 seats (?) to a train car. Windows on my car did not open- it got stuffy. No open or high window observation cars. Although the train moves slowly, with... More

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mumbai,india
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

This train ride is a good experience. There is a little surprise in the form of a waterfall just before you reach the top. It is a must see/ feel. It is best to take a triangle to Oslo. Don't miss the frozen lakes on either side.

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Melbourne, Australia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
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it doesn't go for very long - but it is through beautiful scenic area and the vintage train is delightful

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Tennessee
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012
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We thoroughly enjoyed the train trip to Flam. Bring your camera! And if you go in the off season, you are able to move side to side in the car for photos. Large spacious cars, with an historic feel.

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Toronto, Canada
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012
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The train ride and views are quite enjoyable! If you are travelling in a large group, please be respectful towards couples and solo travelers. Running around the train opening and closing the windows every two seconds and shouting at your friends can be distracting to other travelers. I would strongly encourage anyone visiting the area to relax and enjoy the... More

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Kathmandu, Nepal
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54 reviews 54 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
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Covering a distance of 20.2 KM from Myrdal to Flåm passing through the Flåm valley, the construction of the railway line took 20 years to complete. The construction was started in 1923. The trains are heritage style and well kept although not very comfortable. The biggest attraction is the scenic route through which this train travels. It makes a brief... More

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Hamburg, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

The scenery is spectacular, but the train was quite crowded.

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Creston, BC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2011

While the scenery was majestic, the train was crowded and the explanation of the route difficult to follow. It was okay but a bit cheesy and not jaw-dropping.

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011
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As well as our Norwegian friends, we did not know what to expect. The train leaves an arm of Aurlandsfjord and travels up a steep route for 20 kms, and up 1,000 m., winding its way along the steep valley past waterfalls, through tunnels and fantastic scenery. It stops at the top and goes down 1/2 hour later. Quote from... More

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