The Golden Train - Roundtrip

Step aboard The Golden Train and journey along the Rauma Railway, twice named by Lonely Planet as Europe’s most scenic train journey. This unforgettable rail experience combines Norway’s wild landscapes with powerful storytelling and historic insight.

Your journey starts at Åndalsnes station, where a train hosts will welcome you on board the Golden Train. As the train departs, you will pass through valleys, alongside rivers and waterfalls, and between steep mountain slopes. The train travels at a slow pace, allowing you time to observe the scenery and take photographs from your seat. Highlights include the dramatic rock face of Trollveggen, the elegant Kylling Bridge, and the Verma Waterfalls. These natural and engineering landmarks showcase the raw beauty and bold ambition that define this region of Norway.

Throughout the journey, you can listen to captivating stories about the people who lived and worked among these mountains, drawing life from the rivers and challenging the heights around them. You’ll also learn about the railway’s important role during World War II, including the secret gold transports that inspired the name “The Golden Train.” The train makes a brief stop at Bjorli station, giving you time to step outside, breathe in the mountain air and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before returning to Åndalsnes. Whether you are a nature lover, history enthusiast, or photographer, The Golden Train offers a memorable and authentic way to experience Norway’s dramatic heartland.

Meeting Time and Place:

Please arrive 15 minutes before departure at Åndalsnes Train Station. Your meeting time depends on the departure you selected.

Duration:

• 09:50 – 12:25
• 12:50 – 15:30
• 17:00 – 19:30

Included:

• Roundtrip ticket
• English-speaking guide