{"id":15339,"date":"2023-03-23T16:46:38","date_gmt":"2023-03-23T16:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/?p=15339"},"modified":"2024-08-19T11:05:46","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T10:05:46","slug":"aurlandsdalen-hike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/","title":{"rendered":"Comprehensive Guide To Aurlandsdalen Day Hike In Norway"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#10_Things_To_Know_About_The_Aurlandsdalen_Hike\" >10 Things To Know About The Aurlandsdalen Hike<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#1_Aurlandsdalen_day_hike_the_stats\" >1. Aurlandsdalen day hike: the stats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#2_Where_is_the_Aurlandsdalen_hike\" >2. Where is the Aurlandsdalen hike?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#3_The_map_of_the_Aurlandsdalen_hike\" >3. The map of the Aurlandsdalen  hike<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#4_How_challenging_is_the_hike_across_Aurlandsdalen\" >4. How challenging is the hike across Aurlandsdalen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#5_The_best_time_of_year_to_hike_Aurlandsdalen\" >5. The best time of year to hike Aurlandsdalen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#6_In_what_direction_is_best_to_hike_Aurlandsdalen\" >6. In what direction is best to hike Aurlandsdalen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#7_How_to_get_to_the_Aurlandsdalen_trailhead\" >7. How to get to the Aurlandsdalen trailhead<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#8_Facilities_along_the_Aurlandsdalen_trail\" >8. Facilities along the Aurlandsdalen trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#9_Aurlandsdalen_trail_description\" >9. Aurlandsdalen trail description<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#10_What_to_bring_and_wear_on_the_Aurlandsdalen_day_hike\" >10. What to bring and wear on the Aurlandsdalen day hike<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#Where_to_stay_nearby\" >Where to stay nearby&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#Other_hikes_places_and_activities_to_experience_nearby\" >Other hikes, places, and activities to experience nearby<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/aurlandsdalen-hike\/#Support_my_website\" >Support my website!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\">Aurlandsdalen has been called Norway&#8217;s Grand Canyon. While the comparison might be too far-fetched, it is undoubtedly a beautiful corner of Norway. Aurlandsdalen Traverse is a very popular multiday hike in Norway. Still, its most scenic part between the high alpine mountain station \u00d8sterbo and the little valley settlement Vassbygdi can be walked in just one day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Things_To_Know_About_The_Aurlandsdalen_Hike\"><\/span>10 Things To Know About The Aurlandsdalen Hike <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I came across the Aurlandsdalen hike when I was searching for a hike I could do with my parents when they visited me on my road trip through Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it&#8217;s a walk through the valley, I naively thought it must be easy. On the contrary, the hike through Aurlandsdalen can be demanding at times, and I am glad my parents, my mum in particular, managed to complete it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are considering hiking in Aurlandsdalen, the information below will help you plan your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Aurlandsdalen_day_hike_the_stats\"><\/span>1. <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong> day <strong>hike: the stats<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-19-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15370\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-19-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-19-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-19-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-19.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Total distance<\/strong>: 18 km \/ 11.2 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time required<\/strong>:  5-7 hours&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Ascent<\/strong>: 424 m \/ 1390 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Descent:<\/strong> 1100 m \/ 3613 ft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type of hike<\/strong>: One-way relocation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>When to go<\/strong>: mid-June &#8211; mid-October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parking<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps?cid=3398188935519270067\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps?cid=3398188935519270067\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">60.87449, 7.33662<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Where_is_the_Aurlandsdalen_hike\"><\/span>2. <strong>Where is the <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong> hike?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-1-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15371\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-1-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Aurlandsdalen is a deep valley that stretches about 40 kilometres and is located in the Vestland County of Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The nearest towns are Aurland and Fl\u00e5m. Both are 10 minutes apart and were built on the shore of Aurlandsfjord, which branches off of the main Sognefjord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fl\u00e5m, in particular, is a trendy tourist town in Norway. It has famous attractions such as the Fl\u00e5msbana scenic train route to Myrdal and a cruise along Aurland and N\u00e6royfjords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#24ad9936\"><strong>TIP:<\/strong> This hike features on my <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/bergen-to-bergen-road-trip\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"18882\">10-day hiking road trip starting and ending in Bergen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_map_of_the_Aurlandsdalen_hike\"><\/span>3. <strong>The map<\/strong> of the <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong>  hike<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1wQ2LPK0FRj472FgSQwh3kYGWvDWWHS0&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"960\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Above, you can see the path I followed from \u00d8sterbo, where the hike begins, to Vassbygdi, where it ends. I measured the distance, elevation gain, and route with my Garmin Fenix watch, which I wore on the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_challenging_is_the_hike_across_Aurlandsdalen\"><\/span>4. <strong>How challenging is the hike across <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong>?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15382\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-22-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15382\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-22-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-22-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-22-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-22.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15383\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-27-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15383\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-27-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-27-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-27-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-27.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15372\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-13-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15372\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-13-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-13-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-13.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a straightforward trail to navigate. Waymarks are plentiful, and there is a sign every kilometre telling you how much distance you have left. This is also a popular hike, so the trail is boot-beaten, albeit sometimes muddy and slippery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose to hike from \u00d8sterbo to Vassbygdi, the way I would recommend you are looking at around 400 meters (1400 feet) of elevation gain and 1100 meters (3600 feet) of elevation loss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your knees don&#8217;t like sharp descents, you might be on the last 5 kilometres of the trail when you have to take significant steps down rock slabs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since my parents and I hiked through Aurlandsdalen at the end of June, we were met with high water levels in the rivers and waterfalls flowing through the valley. Twice, we had to cross a raging river holding onto a chain installed for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We didn&#8217;t even dare take our shoes off. The water was up to our knees, and we had to accept that our boots and feet would be wet for the rest of the hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_The_best_time_of_year_to_hike_Aurlandsdalen\"><\/span>5. The best time of year to hike <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-8-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15373\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-8-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-8-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly to other <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/best-day-hikes-in-norway\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14200\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">day hikes in the Norwegian Fjords<\/a>, the hike across Aurlandsdalen is accessible from mid-June until mid-October. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, because of the high water levels in June and some river crossings involved, I recommend waiting until late July, August, or September to tackle it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While hiking, I also wondered how amazing this hike would be during autumn, when all the bushes and trees turn orange and yellow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_In_what_direction_is_best_to_hike_Aurlandsdalen\"><\/span>6. <strong>In what direction is best to hike Aurlandsdalen<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15376\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-11-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15376\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-11-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-11-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-11.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15375\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-12-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15375\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-12-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-12-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-12-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-12.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"15377\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-16-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15377\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-16-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-16-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-16-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-16.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Since Aurlandsdalen is a relocation hike, which means you start and end it in different locations, you have to decide in which direction to hike it. I chose to hike it from \u00d8sterbo and end it in Vassbygdi, and most other hikers follow the same direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes it easier as you will have less elevation gain. Going from Vassbygdi to \u00d8sterbo may be a better option if you prefer hiking up instead of down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_to_get_to_the_Aurlandsdalen_trailhead\"><\/span>7. <strong>How to get to the <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong> trailhead<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-2-1-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15374\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-2-1-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-2-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-2-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00d8sterbo Fjellstove is half an hour&#8217;s drive from Aurland and 40 minutes from Fl\u00e5m. Daily buses operate along this route during the summer hiking season. You can also drive your car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting to the trailhead by car<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose to drive your car, you won&#8217;t be pressed for time to finish the hike at a certain hour. The best way is to park it at the parking lot near the bus stop in Vassbygdi at the end of the Aurlandsdalen trail, take the shuttle bus to \u00d8sterbo, and then hike back to the car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the parking lot is full, another one is just 1.5 kilometres down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting to the trailhead by bus<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also take the bus directly from Fl\u00e5m or Aurland to \u00d8sterbo, then hike to Vassbygdi and take the bus back. This is the most environmentally friendly option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The buses operate daily during the high season (July &#8211; August). In June, September, and October, you can take the bus only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Below are the 2024 bus schedule and rates. You can book the bus tickets <a href=\"https:\/\/www.norwaysbest.com\/no\/ting-a-gjore\/bussruter\/buss-aurlandsdalen\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.norwaysbest.com\/no\/ting-a-gjore\/bussruter\/buss-aurlandsdalen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"793\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.40.54-1024x793.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25995\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.40.54-1024x793.png 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.40.54-300x232.png 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.40.54-768x595.png 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.40.54-1536x1189.png 1536w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.40.54.png 1700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.41.02-1024x482.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25996\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.41.02-1024x482.png 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.41.02-300x141.png 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.41.02-768x362.png 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.41.02-1536x723.png 1536w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-21.41.02.png 1716w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Facilities_along_the_Aurlandsdalen_trail\"><\/span>8. <strong>Facilities along the <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong> trail<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-24-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15378\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-24-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-24-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-24-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-24.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are toilets at the \u00d8sterbo mountain station at the start of the trail and (very stinky) outhouses every few kilometres directly on the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around two-thirds of the way, you will come across Sinjarheim. It&#8217;s an old farm which has been out of use for over 100 years but has been repurposed as a mountain refuge and restaurant for hikers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I did not stop there but saw many other hikers sitting outside and enjoying fresh drinks. I recommend bringing cash just in case card payments aren&#8217;t possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you reach Vassbygdi, a bus station\/parking lot shop sells snacks and ice cream. There are toilets at the back of the shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Aurlandsdalen_trail_description\"><\/span>9. <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong> <strong>trail description<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15379\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-6-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15379\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-6-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-6-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-6.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15380\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-18-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15380\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-18-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-18-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-18-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-18.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"15381\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-21-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15381\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-21-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-21-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-21-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Aurlandsdalen-Day-Hike-21.jpg 798w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You start the hike near the mountain station in \u00d8sterbo. There are plenty of signs pointing in Vassbygdi&#8217;s direction. You won&#8217;t be able to miss it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first half of the trail undulates gently with a few short uphill bursts. You will be close to water, either along the lake shore or the river that flows through the Aurland Valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lush green valley feels prehistoric. I was half expecting a dinosaur to jump out of the bush and cross my path. Instead, we were often followed by swarms of mosquitos. Stopping for more than a minute was challenging. <strong>Make sure to bring mosquito repellent! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every kilometre has a sign telling you how many kilometres you have left, but I sometimes found them inaccurate, especially when comparing them with the data from my watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you reach an old farm called Sinjarhaim, the descent begins. Beware of the very curious goats near the farm. They did not want to budge even though I had my shepherd dog with me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The descent is unpleasant, and I found it the most difficult part of the hike through Aurlansdalen. The spray from the nearby waterfalls coming down the mountains makes the path very slippery. I did slip a few times, so take extra care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you reach the car park and a bus stop, treat yourself to an ice cream from the local shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_to_bring_and_wear_on_the_Aurlandsdalen_day_hike\"><\/span>10. <strong>What to bring and wear on the <strong>Aurlandsdalen<\/strong> <\/strong>day <strong>hike<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/710T6PmcwQL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:217px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black Diamond Trekking Poles<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I never leave on a trail without a pair of my trusted Black Diamond Carbon Z Poles. At 300 grams a pair, they are hard to compete with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44PMIuG\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44PMIuG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Amazon<\/strong><\/a> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/xkxPq3\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"backcountry.tnu8.net\/xkxPq3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bfgcdn.com\/1500_1500_90\/119-0301\/hanwag-womens-alverstone-ii-gtx-walking-boots-detail-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:237px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hanwag Hiking Boots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>My longest-lasting pair of hiking boots (and I went through quite a few) is the Hanwag Alverstone. They were perfect for muddy Norwegian trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3OkpGH7\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3OkpGH7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide) <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51y975lX+wL._AC_SL1080_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:178px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HydraPak Hydration Bladder<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no better way to stay hydrated on the trails than to have constant and direct access to your water without taking your backpack off. Thanks to its slim design, the hose coming out of the side of the bladder, and a magnet clip that makes the hose attachment easy, I find the HydraPak the best water bladder on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/42KM3La\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bCHKpx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/71lTXFMwn-L._AC_UX679_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:195px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Merino Wool Socks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I always carry two pairs of socks in my day pack and always have them on me during multiday backpacking trails. Merino wool fibres and their unique properties are resistant to odours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3rBdetK\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3rBdetK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/jrmRVM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US) <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bfgcdn.com\/600_600_90\/102-2745-0311\/patagonia-womens-granite-crest-jacket-waterproof-jacket.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:279px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hardshell Rain Jacket<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You would be mad not to bring a rain jacket on a hiking holiday trip to Norway. Patagonia&#8217;s sustainability efforts make it my go-to outdoor clothing brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/k0W4k0\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/k0W4k0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US) <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/91kfKZtkJnL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:161px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Osprey Hikelite 18 Liter Backpack<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Osprey backpacks have accompanied me since the humble beginnings of this website. I think they offer the perfect fit without sacrificing their usability.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DiE0cP\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DiE0cP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong> (Worldwide) \/ <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/zN4z00\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/zN4z00\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backcountry<\/a><\/strong> (US)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_nearby\"><\/span><strong>Where to stay nearby&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding accommodation, Fl\u00e5m or Aurland are the best choices to stay for a few days and explore the area. If you are travelling in a campervan, I can recommend Lunde Camping near Aurland. It&#8217;s located in a beautiful valley near a river.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/flam-camping-og-vandrarhjem.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/flam-camping-og-vandrarhjem.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Fl\u00e5m Hostel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is great for single travellers and budget-conscious groups. The location is great and central, close to the train station and ferry terminal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-contrast-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-contrast-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Rated<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/flamsbrygga-hotell.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/flamsbrygga-hotell.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Fl\u00e5msbrygga Hotel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has a very cosy atmosphere and wood-panelled rooms. Reserve a room with a balcony overlooking the Fjord and watch the cruise ships and trains come and go from the terminal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Luxury Fans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/wangen-apartments-as.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/no\/wangen-apartments-as.en.html?aid=1188554&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wangen Apartments<\/a> (Aurland)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beautiful, modern apartments with a Scandinavian feel. Looking through the windows, you will feel like you are floating on the fjord.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_hikes_places_and_activities_to_experience_nearby\"><\/span><strong>Other hikes, places, and activities to experience nearby<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Prest-Day-Hike-Norway-13-1024x668.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15194\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Prest-Day-Hike-Norway-13-1024x668.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Prest-Day-Hike-Norway-13-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Prest-Day-Hike-Norway-13-768x501.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Prest-Day-Hike-Norway-13.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The area around Aurlandfjord is a famous Norwegian outdoor destination. Below, I recommend a few more top activities in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hike to Prest <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great and classic hike in the area. <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/prest-hike\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14196\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The R\u00f8yrgrind viewpoint on Mount Prest<\/a> offers fantastic views over Aurlandsfjord and R\u00f8yrgrind. The famous viewpoint along the hike can be reached within 90 minutes of leaving the trailhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hike to Bakkanosi<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Arguably, it is the best viewpoint of N\u00e6royfjord and the best sunrise spot I had in all of Norway. This moderate hike takes you to the <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/bakkanosi-day-hike\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14185\">summit of Bakkanosi<\/a>, where you can enjoy expansive views of Norway&#8217;s narrowest Fjord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stegastein Viewpoint<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The famous Stegastein viewpoint platform was built 650 vertical meters above the Aurlandfjord. You can take a bus from Fl\u00e5m or Aurland or drive up there. It&#8217;s on the way to the trailhead of the previously mentioned Prest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fl\u00e5msbana &#8211; Fl\u00e5m&#8217;s scenic train<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Fl\u00e5m Railway is considered one of the most beautiful train journeys in the World. This leading Norwegian tourist attraction features the finest aspects of Norway&#8217;s stunning scenery. The train runs from Fl\u00e5m station, built at the end of Aurlandsfjord, up to the high mountains at Myrdal station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fl\u00e5m Fjord cruise <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel from Fl\u00e5m to Gudvangen on the emission-free cruise ship. The Future of the Fjords ship is fully electric and battery-powered, which means it is tranquil, so you can enjoy the sounds of nature on the cruise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kayaking on the Fjord<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Fl\u00e5m is one of the best places in Norway to join a paddling trip. The 3-hour kayaking trip will let you enjoy Aurlandfjord from the water. If you love water activities, this one should be on your list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#48bda324\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_my_website\"><\/span>Support my website!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi Reader! If you found any of <a href=\"https:\/\/inafarawayland.com\/norway-travel-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"14256\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">my articles about Norway<\/a> useful, please consider using the affiliate links in the article or below (at no extra cost) when booking your holiday. 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