Myrdal

A beautiful railroad rest stop high in the mountains

Myrdal is a small mountain railway station perched 867 metres (2,844 feet) above sea level. Surrounded by steep peaks and sweeping valleys, it’s a gateway to some of Norway’s most dramatic scenery.

The station opened in 1909 as part of the Bergen Line, linking Oslo and Bergen across the high mountains. Today, it serves as the upper terminus of the Flåm Railway, where passengers transfer from the mainline for the steep descent to the fjord.

Visitors usually stop here briefly to admire the views, take photographs, or prepare for the Flåm Railway journey. In winter, the surrounding slopes attract skiers and snowshoers, while summer brings hikers keen to explore mountain trails and wildflower-filled valleys.

Despite its remote location, Myrdal station has a café, shelter and small waiting areas, making it a practical as well as scenic stop.