Flåm Railway (Flåmsbana) Norway Postcard

The Flåm Railway, known in Norwegian as Flåmsbana, is one of the world's steepest and most scenic standard-gauge railways. It runs through the breathtaking Flåmsdalen valley in western Norway, connecting the mountain station of Myrdal down to the village of Flåm on the edge of the Aurlandsfjord. Over its short 12.6-mile journey, the train descends over 2,800 feet, featuring spectacular views of waterfalls, sheer mountainsides, and narrow gorges. The track spirals through numerous tunnels and passes dramatic landscapes, highlighting ingenious engineering from the 1920s. Visitors experience the scale of Norwegian nature as the train makes stops at waterfalls like Kjosfossen, providing proximity to powerful, cascading water. It's a key attraction for tourists visiting the fjord region, offering unparalleled views of deep valleys and winding rivers.