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Flå?m railway
A steep railway taking you by spectacular waterfalls, in and out of snow-capped mountains and ending up by the Sognefjord.
It loops its way from Myrdal on the Oslo-Bergen railway to Flå?m 865 meters below, nestled in the innermost corner of the Aurlandfjord.
Each year, this exciting stretch of railway attracts people from all corners of the world, making the Flå?m Railway one of Norway's major and most spectacular tourist attractions.
The train journey provides some of Norway's wildest and most magnificent scenery. On the 20 km-long train ride you can see rivers that cut through deep ravines, waterfalls cascade down the side of steep, snow-capped mountains and mountain farms that cling dizzily to sheer slopes.
The Flå?m Railway is one of the world's steepest railway lines on normal gauge. The gradient is 55/1000 on almost 80% of the line. The twisting tunnels that spiral in and out of the mountain are manifestations of the most daring and skilful engineering in Norwegian railway history.
At the foot of the mountains you can enjoy the natural beauty of the Flå?m Valley and admire the majestic Aurlandfjord, a branch of the world's longest fjord, the Sognefjord.
North Cape
When standing on the cliff on the North Cape, the only thing separating you from the North Pole is the waves of the Barents Sea.
When the clouds are covering the ocean with a colourful, heavenly carpet, and the midnight sun is at its lowest, this is one of the most special places on earth. You don’t get further north on mainland Europe. You are at the end of the world.
The first tourist came here in 1664, and a stream of curios visitors has followed ever since. People from all parts of the world spend days and weeks travelling to come here to experience the freedom and closeness to the cold north.
The North Capeis a centre with modern facilities. In addition to the famous “Children of the World” monument, there is a museum and a restaurant here.
Holmenkollen
Holmenkollen is situated at the very top of Oslo and acts as a gateway to the forests that surround the capital.
Holmenkollen is home to one of the most visited tourist attractions in Norway: The Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Here you will also find the world's oldest ski museum and a ski simulator where you can feel for yourself what it´s like to jump at Holmenkollen and run downhill at Kvitfjell.
There is also a gift and souvenir shop, a cafè which serves a special Kollen-cake and a pleasant outdoor area.
Fancy ski-jumping in Holmenkollen? Now's your chance! Our fun and free Holmenkollen ski-Jumping game allows you to jump again and again.
Flø?ibanen
Funicular railway in Bergen to look-out point on Mount Flø?ien.
Flø?ibanen is a funicular cable car that takes you 320 meters above sea level. In just a few minutes you find yourself on top of a mountain with a perfect view of the city and its surroundings. You have not seen Bergen before you have taken Flø?ibanen.
And there is more: Flø?ien is a perfect place for relaxation and creation, and a good place for hiking. You can choose between numerous paths in the woodland terrain with lakes and mountains. Flø?ien has a restaurant with a nice playground for children.
The funicular departs from the city centre – walking distance from the fish market. Departures are every hour on the hour from early morning to 11 PM.
Oslo Norway - sightseeing tours
Oslo Mini-cruise
This 50 min. tour by boat gives an interesting view of the harbor and the city, the ancient fortress of Akershus, and picturesque islands in the inner part of the Oslofjord. Departure daily on the hour.
Oslo Fjord cruise
For tourists wishing to see more of the summer life of Oslo, its swimming and sailing, this 2-hour tour through a maze of islands and narrow sounds is recommended. Refreshments available onboard.
Oslo Fjord cruise with lunch
First 2-hour fjord cruise, then ashore at restaurant Lanternen to enjoy lunch: roast beef / cured meats / plate with meat + fish.
Oslo Evening fjord cruise including dinner
First 2-hour fjord cruise, then ashore at restaurant Lanternen to enjoy dinner: steak/shellfish/salmon
Sharpen your appetite before your lunch.
Oslo sightseeing - by coach
An approximately 3-hour conducted tour by coach, including visits to the Vigeland sculpture park, the Holmenkollen ski jump, the Viking ships and the Kon-Tiki raft.
Grand tour of Oslo - by boat and coach
An ideal combination of fjord cruise and sightseeing by coach, including a stop for lunch. Visits to the Polar ship Fram, The Kon Tiki raft, The Norwegian Folk Museum, the Viking ships, the Vigeland sculpture park and the Holmenkollen ski jump.
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