HIKING TOURS IN THE WORLD HERITAGE AREA
Take time to experience the spectacular and unique natural and cultural landscape in the area around Aurland and Flåm . The sight of steep mountains, narrow fjords, mighty waterfalls and lush valleys gives you an experience you will not soon forget. We have collected some popular hiking tours in the area - and of course we have great package deals for those of you who want to spend some time in our fantastic area!
PACKAGE OFFER
The package includes:
- 2 nights in a double room with balcony and fjord view on Flåmsbrygga Hotel - Bryggerihotellet. Breakfast included.
- Dinner day 1 - Choose a 2-course dinner from our à la carte menu.
- Dinner day 2 in Ægir BrewPub. Enjoy Ægir Vikingplanke - a unique 5-course beer and food menu.
- Tasting tray with 3 beers from Ægir Brewery.
Price: from NOK 3290,- per adult in a shared double room (depending on season)
The mountain hike and transport to/from the hike are organized on your own.
AURLANDS VALLEY
Experience the best of Norwegian natural and cultural landscapes. The hike through the spectacular Aurlandsdalen will take your breath away, and be a trip you will never forget!
The well-known and historic Aurlandsdalen Valley was once the main road between the eastern and western parts of Norway. Often called Norway's "Grand Canyon", the area is wild and magnificent, rich in flora and fauna, cultural treasures, history and geological features.
The entire Aurlandsdalen Valley, from Geiteryggen to Vassbygdi, is about 40 km long. The most popular and spectacular part of the hike stretches from Østerbø to Vassbygdi, and is considered a day hike of 6-8 hours, about 20 km. The trail takes you past valleys and gorges, down steep slopes, surrounded by high and jagged mountain formations. It is an unforgettable experience for hikers. You should stop at places such as the old farms of Nesbø, Sinjarheim and Almen. Several of the old houses still stand there, testifying to a bygone era. There are many stories and histories associated with the unusual town names you encounter on the way. Worth mentioning is the strange stone pot that surrounds a pond, called Vetlahelvete.
Difficulty: red - “These are longer hikes for experienced and trained hikers. The hikes require good hiking equipment. The hikes often go both along (marked) trails, in open terrain and on rocks and gravel.”
Practical information: the hike is about 20 km long and takes between 6-8 hours. This stage starts at Østerbø Fjellstove (approx. 820 meters above sea level) and goes to Vassbygdi (approx. 70 meters above sea level). There is a bus from Flåm, we recommend parking in Vassbygdi and taking a bus/taxi from Vassbygdi to Østerbø for the start of the hike.
BREKKE FALLS
On the hike to Brekkefossen you will have a fantastic view over the fjord and into Flåmsdalen. The hike starts from Flåm center, where you walk a bit on a paved road up the valley, along the Flåm River. After 1.5 km of easy walking, continue up the mountain to the Brekkefossen platform. Here there are recently built stone steps. It is steep so that you quickly reach the height, and soon the small village is Flåm visible between the trees. After about 30 minutes uphill, the path opens up onto a grassy ledge and offers beautiful views of the area.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Length: 5 km round trip Flåm downtown.
Elevation gain: Approx. 155m
The trip is suitable for everyone. Good hiking shoes and clothing for the weather.
FLÅMSVALEN
Start your journey on the famous Flåm Railway, which takes you 20 km up through the Flåm Valley, from sea level to 867 m above sea level. The walk starts from Myrdal station. Here you can enjoy the view and see several waterfalls along the mountainside, while following the river down the valley. Make a stop at Rallarrosa Stølsysteri (open from mid-June to mid-September). Here you can buy good local produce from the farm girls and feed the goats.
Alternative starting points can be Vatnahalsen or Blomheller, or you can make the trip shorter by taking the train back down from Berekvam to Flåm (halfway down the valley).
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Time: Approximately 5 hours
Length: 18 km hike from Myrdal to Flåm .
Elevation: Starts at 866 meters above sea level, and you end up in Flåm at about 2 meters above sea level.
The trip is suitable for everyone. Good hiking shoes and clothing for the weather.
HOVDUNGO
The tour starts from the Vikesland farm (460moh). From Vikesland you follow the path to the old mountain farm Hovdungo. Hovdungo is 780 meters above the beautiful Aurlandsfjord. There you can enjoy spectacular views of the fjord and mountain landscape. The hike is moderately challenging, but some parts of the trail are steep. At the top, you'll be rewarded with one of the best fjord views in the area, before turning back the way you came.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Time: Approximately 3 hours
Length: 5.4 km hike / Elevation gain: Approx. 320m.
The hike is steep and requires good physical fitness. Not recommended if you have knee or back problems! Good hiking shoes and clothing for the weather.
DAY TRIP CABIN IN AURLAND
From the parking lot at Vangen Church / Aurland city center, follow Bjørgavegen to Doktorbrekka until you reach Rygg. This is the uppermost road in the residential area. Follow this to the waterworks and beyond. At the end there is a turning area with a sign for the day trip cabin.
"After about 30 minutes of walking, on sometimes challenging and steep terrain, you arrive at the cabin where you have a fantastic view of Aurlandsvangen and the fjord in the direction of both Flåm and Skjerdal. Inside the cabin there is a New Norwegian hiking library with many different books. Here you can enjoy the view while browsing through good books. From Dagsturhytta you can either walk down the same path to Aurlandsvangen, or continue up to Stegastein viewpoint.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Time: Approximately 1.5 hours round trip to Aurland city center
Length: Approx. 4km round trip Aurland center
Altitude: the cabin is located about 300 meters above sea level.
The trip is suitable for everyone. Good hiking shoes and clothing for the weather.
DAY TRIP HUT & STEGASTEIN VIEWPOINT
From the parking lot at Vangen Church / Aurland city center, follow Bjørgavegen to Doktorbrekka until you reach Rygg. This is the uppermost road in the residential area. Follow this to the waterworks and beyond. At the end there is a turning area with a sign for the day trip cabin.
After about 30 minutes of walking, on sometimes challenging and steep terrain, you reach the cabin where you have a fantastic view of Aurlandsvangen and the fjord in the direction of both Flåm and Skjerdal. From the Day Trip Cabin you can continue up to the Stegastein viewpoint. There is a signposted path from the Day Trip Cabin and further up. When you get to Stegastein you can either walk the path back, or follow the road back to Aurlandsvangen.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Time: Approximately 3 hours round trip to Aurland city center
Elevation: Stegastein viewpoint is located at about 650 meters above sea level.
The hike is suitable for everyone, but is steep. Good hiking shoes and clothing for the weather.
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