HIKING IN THE WORLD HERITAGE AREA
Take the 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 will give you an experience you will not soon forget. We have gathered some popular hiking tours in the area - and we also have great package deals for those who want to spend some time in our fantastic area!
PACKAGE DEAL
Package includes:
- 2 nights in a double room with balcony and fjord view at 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 board with 3 beers from Ægir Brewery.
Price: from kr. 3290,- per adult in a shared double room (depending on the season)
The mountain hike and transport to/from the trip are organised on your own.
AURLAND VALLEY
Experience the best of Norwegian nature and cultural landscape. The hike through spectacular Aurlandsdalen will take your breath away and will be a trip you will not soon forget!
The well-known and historic Aurlandsdalen valley was once the main road between the eastern and western parts of Norway. The area, often called Norway's "Grand Canyon", is wild and magnificent, rich in plant and animal life, cultural treasures, history and geological features.
The entire Aurlandsdalen Valley, from Geiteryggen to Vassbygdi, is approximately 40 km long. The most popular and spectacular part of the hike stretches from Østerbø to Vassbygdi and is considered a day trip of 6-8 hours, approximately 20 km. The trail takes you past valleys and gorges, down steep slopes, surrounded by high and jagged rock formations. It is an unforgettable experience for hikers. One should stop at places like the old farms Nesbø, Sinjarheim and Almen. Several of the old houses are still there, bearing witness to a bygone era. There are many tales and stories associated with the unusual place names one encounters along the way. Worth mentioning is the strange stone pot that surrounds a tarn, called Vetlahelvete.
Difficulty: Red - “These are longer trips for experienced and trained hikers. The trips require good hiking equipment. The trips often go both along (marked) paths, in open terrain and in rocks and scree.”
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.
BREKKEFOSSEN
On a hike to Brekkefossen waterfall, you will have a fantastic view over the fjord and into Flåmsdalen valley. The tour starts from Flåm center, where you walk a distance on an asphalted road up the valley, along the Flåmselva river. After 1.5 km of easy walking, continue up the mountain to the Brekkefossen platform. Here, steps have recently been built in stone. It is steep so you quickly gain altitude, and soon the small village of Flåm is visible between the trees. After about 30 minutes uphill, the path opens onto a grassy ledge and offers beautiful views of the area.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Length: 5 km round trip from Flåm center.
Elevation gain: Approx. 155m
The tour is suitable for everyone. Good hiking boots and clothing according to the weather.
FLÅMSDALEN
Start the trip on the famous Flåm Railway, which takes you 20 km up through the Flåm Valley, from sea level to 867 meters above sea level. The walk starts from Myrdal station. Here you can enjoy the view and see several waterfalls along the mountainsides, while following the river down the valley. Take a stop at Rallarrosa Stølsysteri (open from mid-June to mid-September). Here you can buy good local ingredients from the farm girls and greet the goats.
Alternatively, you can start at Vatnahalsen or Blomheller, or shorten the trip by taking the train back down from Berekvam to Flåm (halfway down the valley).
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Duration: Approx. 5 hours
Length: 18 km walk 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 tour is suitable for everyone. Good hiking boots and clothing according to 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
Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Length: 5.4 km walk / Elevation gain: Approx. 320m.
The tour is steep and requires good physical condition. Not recommended if you have knee or back problems! Good hiking boots and clothing according to the weather.
DAY TRIP CABIN IN AURLAND
From parking by Vangen church / Aurland center, follow Bjørgavegen to Doktorbrekka until you reach Rygg. This is the upper road in the residential area. Follow this to the waterworks and beyond. At the end there is a turning area with signs to 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 from Aurland center
Length: Approx. 4km round trip from Aurland center
Altitude: the cabin is located approx. 300 meters above sea level.
The tour is suitable for everyone. Good hiking boots and clothing according to the weather.
DAY TRIP CABIN & STEGASTEIN VIEWPOINT
From parking by Vangen church / Aurland center, follow Bjørgavegen to Doktorbrekka until you reach Rygg. This is the upper road in the residential area. Follow this to the waterworks and beyond. At the end there is a turning area with signs to the day trip cabin.
After about a 30-minute walk, on terrain that is sometimes challenging and steep, you will reach the cabin with fantastic views towards Aurlandsvangen and the fjord in the direction of both Flåm and Skjerdal. From Dagsturhytta you can continue up to the Stegastein viewpoint. There is a signposted path from Dagsturhytta and further upwards. When you get to Stegastein you can either walk the path back, or follow the road back to Aurlandsvangen.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Duration: Approx. 3 hours round trip from Aurland center
Elevation: Stegastein viewpoint is located at about 650 meters above sea level.
The tour is suitable for everyone, but it is steep. Good hiking boots and clothing according to the weather.
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