Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about traveling to Flåm, Aurland and the surrounding region. I sometimes answer emails in blog posts, and you'll find them under this tag!
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Can You See The Northern Lights in Flåm?
If you’re wondering whether you can catch a glimpse of the magical Northern Lights in Flåm, I’ve got the lowdown for you. While Flåm is nestled amidst the stunning fjords and boasts some of Norway’s most breathtaking landscapes, it’s not the prime spot for Northern Lights viewing. The lights are best seen further north, ideally above the Arctic Circle, in places like Tromsø or Lofoten. However, every rule has its exceptions, and there has actually been times where it has been possible to see the Northern Lights in Flåm – it is just very rare. Growing up, I think we could see them just once or twice a year. In…
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Is there car rental in Flåm?
Have you ever wondered about car rental options in Flåm? I frequently receive this question and have decided to address it in this blog post. Luckily, there is a small car rental agency in Flåm at the moment. In addition, there are plenty of alternative transportation options to explore this stunning destination. Stay tuned to discover the best ways to get around and make the most of your visit to Flåm! Is there car rental in Flåm, Aurland or any surrounding villages? The short answer is that yes, there is. The long answer is that there is only one car rental agency in the fjord villages I’ve covered on this…
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Hikes in Aurland – Questions Answered!
I’m back with another round of questions to answer! I recently got some questions via email that I thought would be helpful to everyone, and decided to answer them here. These questions all relate to the Aurland hikes I mention in this post. In the past I have answered questions about the Norway in a Nutshell tour in a similar manner here. First I have pasted the questions I received, and then I proceed to answer them one by one below! As always, feel free to leave a comment if something is left unanswered! Questions about the hikes in Aurland Hello, And thank you so much for your blog. It…
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Questions about Norway in a Nutshell – Answered!
I often get emails from readers with questions about their trip to Norway, whether it’s because they have read a post on my main blog or on this one. Usually, a quick email back can provide the answer (or just sending a link to a specific blog post), but when I received the email below I got an idea! Why not answer these questions in a blog post? That way, it can be helpful for other travellers as well, as I am sure more than one person has come across these issues when planning their trip to Flåm and the western fjords. Below is an email I recently received, from…
