Villages and places

Aurland

At the village centre, Aurlandsvangen, is located an eco-bakery, two restaurants and multiple possibilites for accommodation. This is also where where the National Tourist Route, Aurlandsfjellet starts.

Aurland municipality is located in the inner part of the Sognefjord, and is home to 1700 inhabitants divided on the villages Aurlandsvangen, Undredal, Flåm, Gudvangen, Undredal and Vassbygdi.

From Aurlandvangen you can easily access the hikes in beautiful Aurlandsdalen. From Aurlandsvangen you can drive up to the viewpoint Stegastein, 650 metres above Aurlandsfjord.

This area has been settled since the Viking Age, and there are several old burial mounds in the village. Close by the village are impressive hikes, activities all year - round and cultural opportunities. Currently, this village is the administrative center of the municipality.

Activities in Aurland

Aurlandsdalen

Outdoor activities and nature

Aurlandsdalen

Stegastein Viewpoint

The well-known and historic Aurlandsdalen Valley, was once one of the main routes between the eastern and western parts of Norway.

Stegastein Utsiktpunkt

Sightseeing

Stegastein Viewpoint

Stegastein Viewpoint

Experience the spectacular Stegastein viewing platform, 650 metres above Aurlandsfjord. An unmissable sightseeing trip for any visitor to Flåm.

Aurland Economusée

Culture

The Aurland Economusée

Aurland

The Aurland shoe has been made since the 1930s and The Aurland Shoe is now the only manufacturer of this traditional pennyloafer style, famed for its penny embellishment.

How to get here

In the heart of the Norwegian fjord landscape and only a short drive from Oslo and Bergen you will be entering the mighty Sognefjord.

Travelling to and around the Sognefjord region

Plan your visit to Aurland

  • 29/2 Aurland

    Accommodation

    29/2 Aurland

    Stegastein Viewpoint

    29/2 Aurland is a family-run boutique hotel and has unique buildings dating back to the 18th century. Relax and enjoy your stay.

  • Hotel Aurlandsfjord

    Accommodation

    Hotel Aurlandsfjord

    Aurland

    Hotel Aurlandsfjord is a fjord hotel in Aurland with a relaxed atmosphere, the perfect accommodation hub experiencing the Flam region attractions. 

  • Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri og Rorbuer

    Accommodation

    Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri og Rorbuer

    Aurland

    At the furthest inland reaches of Sognefjorden, surrounded by lofty mountains and deep fjords, is the venerable Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri.

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