Our Top 10 Summer Guide 2026
A handy list for Inspiration
— Summer Flåm/Aurland —
1. FjordSafari and Hike
Our #1 Experience You Can’t Miss
This family-friendly tour offers the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Start by enjoying breathtaking fjord views from our comfortable RIB boats. Then, continue with a scenic hike to
Skjerdal Stølsysteri & Café, a traditional Norwegian summer farm.
Here, you’ll be treated to an authentic local lunch: everything is homemade and fresh from the farm. All the cheese comes from our own goats, served with fuchsia bread. For dessert, savor a classic waffle topped with brunost and sweet jam.
Ideal for families and anyone who loves active excursions, nature, and connecting with people and animals along the way.
2. FjordSauna
Heat relieves tired muscles and softens tension, offering a great way to unwind. The contrast between the warmth of the sauna and a cold dip in the fjord activates the senses. Enhancing the feeling of relaxation. It is a unique experience.
End to a day of adventure, resting both body and mind. Choose between shared and private sauna in Aurland or Flåm.
Mariannes Cafe
Charming Café for Coffee
and homemade Baked goods & local food.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the cruise ship crowd in Flåm and discover our favorite.
Enjoy fresh ingredients, homemade offerings, and the warm hospitality of the friendly staff.
4. A Moderate Hike To Mt Prest
Expect a personal guided adventure filled with local history, stories, and stunning views of the Aurlandsfjord on this popular local hike.
The entire excursion, starting and ending in Flåm, takes 5 hours, with 4 hours dedicated to hiking. It begins with a drive to the Stegastein Viewpoint, offering beautiful views before continuing to the startingpoint of our hike.
There are two ways to reach the summit of Mt. Prest. The traditional route is a demanding 4.5 km hike with 663 meters of elevation gain, featuring steep climbs and exposed sections along the fjord—ideal for experienced hikers seeking a challenge.
For a gentler option, the lesser-known trail stretches 6.5 km with 319 meters of elevation gain, offering scenic vistas toward Aurlandsfjellet before joining the main path near the top. It’s moderately difficult.
5. Glassblowing Gallery- Merete Rein
Are you looking for an authentic suvenir or a present for someone special? Why not visit Merete Rein
in her glassblowing studio and gallery at the heart of Aurland.
She makes artisanal pieces, glasses and vases.
6. Easy Waterfall Hike & Stegastein Viewpoint .
This is a lovely guided experience for guest who enjoy an easy to moderate hike. The tour begins with a 15-minute minibus drive to Aurland, followed by a hike from an organic agricultural school along an old farm path to the Turlidfossen waterfall. Approaching the waterfall, you might get a misty shower. During spring and summer months.
After returning to the minibus we drive up the infamous Aurland mountain road towards the popular view point of Stegastein. Stegastein is placed 650 meters above the sea level, where the scenic and panoramic views of one of the greatest fjords open to you.
7. Aurland Shoe Shop & Museum
“The Original Pennyloafer”
The Aurland Shoe factury is a great place for a special keepsake. With the Voice of Norway audio guide app, you can tour the historic factory at your own pace within their opening hours.
The guide provides insight into the craftsmanship and history of the Aurland Shoe, known as the original penny loafer. This working factory combines a genuine tourist attraction with the production and sale of traditional products, showcasing craft traditions in their historical context and offering the chance to purchase these unique items.
8. Ægir Brewpub
Ægir BrewPub is a cozy, Viking-inspired brewery and restaurant in Flåm, Norway. Known for its craft beers and hearty Nordic dishes, it combines rustic wooden interiors with a warm, inviting atmosphere—perfect for relaxing after exploring the fjords.
9. The Village of Undredal
This unique Norwegian village has a little bit of everything: Spectacular fjord-views, Scandinavia’s smallest Stave Church, friendly goats and lovely food.
Ideal for guests who want to immerse themselves in local history and culture. Our experience includes a goat cheese tasting, a guided walking tour of Undredal village and a visit inside Scandinatia’s smallest (in use today) stave church.
10. Panoramic Hike
Panoramic Fjord Hike – A Scenic Escape!
Discover views of the Aurlandsfjord on a guided hike off the beaten path. Choose between a 4- or 5-hour adventure, starting with a scenic drive from Flåm to a mountain farm. Enjoy local stories, stunning panoramas, and a rewarding hike suitable for those with moderate fitness. Bring sturdy shoes, outdoor gear, and your sense of adventure!
