Flam is located deep in Sognefjord, in the heart of southern Norway. It is the longest of all of the fjords in Norway. The fjords formed after the last Ice Age, over 10,000 years ago. After the glaciers withdrew, the waters of the Norwegian Sea crashed in, creating sharp gashes in the land that are what we now know as fjords.

Today the fjords serve as stunningly dramatic scenery that is uniquely Norwegian. Located just a short distance from Oslo, Flam is the only fjord town accessible by rail. It is famous for its namesake Flam Railway; but this lovely town is mainly a small railway terminal with a population of only 450. The residents of Flam pride themselves on the warm, friendly atmosphere they maintain and the beauty and placidity of their land. As anyone who has ever visited Flam would agree, it is a town that shows off some of Norway's most gorgeous scenery. Snow capped mountains tower above the sleepy town and glorious topography. Flam Valley is a place of gushing waterfalls and fantastic peaks. It is a charming inlet on the water where every view is a beautiful one. Most of the structures in Flam are situated right on the water, making for picturesque views from every place.