DIVING TRIP TO FLÅM FOR GROUPS
Is your diving club looking for its next destination? Try wreck diving in Flåm - a wonderful winter dive on the wreck of the D/S Begonia.
On 19 April 1940, the D/S Begonia set out from Rotterdam in convoy bound for Murmansk. On the way north, the ships were attacked several times, and Begonia sought refuge in a small Flåm inst in the Sognefjord. On April 25th, the Begonia was discovered and attacked by German aircraft. The ship was badly hit, and Captain Kägi was killed. The Germans also bombed several buildings in Flåm . Begonia did not sink, and this led to concerns about new attacks. Norwegian forces therefore sank the ship shortly afterwards – but the exact date and how this happened is somewhat unclear. Some sources say that the ship was blown up on 29 April, while others believe that the bottom valves were opened by the boat "Vestlefrik" on 2 May.
The wreck of the Begonia is a great diving target where she rests on her keel, at a depth of 8 to just over 36 meters. Begonia is relatively intact, with many beautiful and interesting details. Fresh water flowing into the fjord in the area can affect diving conditions, and therefore it is recommended to dive in the winter for the best possible visibility.
Combine an exciting dive trip to Flåm with unique taste experiences in Ægir BrewPub and a pleasant stay at Flåmsbrygga Hotel - The Brewery Hotel.
Let us tailor a great plan for you!
TRANSPORTATION TO THE DIVE
Flåm is located at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, on the E16 between Bergen and Oslo. The wreck of the Begonia is located about 400 meters from shore, and we recommend using a boat to reach the starting point for the dive. There are several alternatives for transportation to the dive:
- FjordSafari Norway has open RBB boats that take a maximum of 12 people in each boat. Boat captains from FjordSafari Norway drive the boat. Price per hour, per boat.
- You can rent a boat from Flåm that you drive yourselves.
- Bring your own boat to launch in Flåm .
ÆGIR BEER AND FOOD
We run one of Norway's most famous microbreweries - Ægir Bryggeri ! We are passionate about beer and draw a lot of inspiration from the Viking Age. Our philosophy is that there should be Ægir beer in and with the food .
Ægir Vikingplanke (pictured) is our signature dish! The unique 5-course beer and food menu pairs five locally sourced dishes with five different varieties Ægir -beer that compliments the food. The combination is perfect!
UNIQUE TASTES
History of Ægir Brewery started with beer, but it didn't stop there. Use your senses and discover a new world of smell and taste.
We offer different types of tastings, ranging from pure beer tasting to tastings of all kinds. Ægir The brewery's products; Bekk – Norway's first alcofarris, Ægir beer – known to many, Mjød – Viking mead with a touch of heather honey, Gin – flavorful with juniper berries and Akevitt – the water of life.
MORE ATTRACTIONS
Flåm , part of Aurland municipality, is a popular travel destination all year round! Join a guided FjordSafari tour with RIB in the Nærøyfjord, try a floating Fjord Sauna or maybe you want to travel back to the Viking Age? Then we recommend the Viking Village in Gudvangen! Stegastein Utsiktspunkt offers beautiful views of the fjord, Undredal invites you to taste award-winning goat cheese and the Flåm Railway runs the world's most spectacular train route.
STAY AT THE BREWERY HOTEL
Flåmsbrygga Hotell - The Brewery Hotel is idyllically located on the harbor in Flåm. Flåmsbrygga is small and intimate with a distinctive style - both traditional and rustic, but at the same time modern and delicate. The hotel has rooms with balconies and fjord views, modern style with Norwegian wood, driftwood, stone and glass. On the property you will also find Ægir BrewPub, Furukroa Kafè and Flåmstova Restaurant .