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How to take the Flåm Railroad & Ferries in Norway | Retirement Travel in Bergen and Oslo

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👁️ 39K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 11:49

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The creators document a multi-day travel loop through Norway, beginning in the coastal city of Bergen. They explore the historic Bryggen district, visit the local fish market, and take a funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen to view the surrounding landscape. After sampling local sausages and cinnamon rolls, the travelers embark on a rail journey from Bergen to Myrdal to board the Flåm Railway. They describe this steep train route as a breathtaking experience that passes through valleys, tunnels, and past the Husefossen waterfall. From Flåm, they take a ferry across the Sognefjord to the village of Balestrand, where they stay at a historic hotel. The trip continues with a ferry ride from Balestrand back to Bergen, followed by a long train journey to Oslo. In Oslo, the creators visit the Munch Art Museum, Vigeland Sculpture Park, and the Kon-Tiki Museum. They conclude that Norway is a country worth returning to because of the vast amount of scenery and culture left to discover.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we're joh and Beth and we are the retirement Travelers

Bergen Norway so far is a thumbs up a two thumbs up two thumbs up four thumbs

the flam Railway is a breathtaking experience that offers some of the most stunning scenery in Norway

we believe this route is one of the most beautiful train Journeys we've ever been on

Creator's Tips & Advice

Reserve seats for the Flåm Railway early because they sell out in summer
Add lincol sauce and crispy onions to your sausage for the best flavor
Consider a guided fishing trip in the fjords if staying in Flåm

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How to navigate the rail and ferry routeFollow the described loop from Bergen to Flåm and back, using the Flåm Railway and local ferries

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to take the Flåm Railroad and ferries in Norway
QWhat to see and do in Bergen and Oslo
QIs DIY travel in Norway affordable for retired travelers?

Port Highlights

Balestrand4 Happy Bacon
Top: Guided fishing trip in the fjords
Bergen4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Hiking Mount Fløyen
Flåm4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Guided fishing trip in the fjords
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