Guided Tour at Aurland Shoe Factory
Join the audio guided tour at the Aurland Shoe factory where you'll learn about the tradition and craftsmanship of the Aurland Shoe and see the shoemakers in action.
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Aurland Shoe Factory and Économusée
The Aurland Shoe Économusée has attracted visitors who want to learn more about one of the few remaining Norwegian shoe manufacturers. Here you can hear (or read) the story behind the shoe factory, walk through the production premises where the shoemakers are at work and, not least, get an opportunity to shop for shoes or other great leather products.
A visit to Aurland Shoe Factory is a great experience that stands out from what the traditional tourist asks for. You are guaranteed to have an interesting and unique experience!
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Location
Aurland Shoe Factory is located in the center of Aurland
Bus to and from Flåm
Use the shuttle bus that runs between Flåm and Prest or Aurland
- Flåm - Mt. Prest (descent in Aurland)
- Flåm - Aurland
Outlet in Flåm
- Open in the summer season
- Located close to the Flåm customer center
- Shoes, bags and belts and more
- Sustainable and handmade local products
The products
Aurland Shoe Factory produces bags, belts and other accessories in addition to the shoes. The products have a timeless design and are all of high quality. Find your favorites in the factory outlet where you'll get 15% discount as a part of the factory-tour.
See more of the products here: www.aurlands.com.
Audio guide
With the help of the Voice of Norway audio guide app, you can take a tour of the historic factory whenever it suits you within our opening hours. The audio guide gives you a complete and seamless experience at your own pace and provides a good insight into the shoemaking craft. The guiding content comes with both text, images and voice and is offered in 6 languages.
Included in the factory-tour, you'll get 15% discount on products.
The Original Penny Loafer
The Aurland Shoe, or Penny Loafer, is a timeless classic created by a local shoemaker named Nils Tveranger. He was inspired both by the traditional Norwegian shoe called the Tese shoe and lightweight moccasins from the Iroquois tribe in America. The Aurland shoe became very popular in the States where it got it's american name: The Penny loafer. The shoe has left an enduring legacy, shaping the world of footwear and remaining a symbol of both Norwegian craftsmanship and American fashion.
What is an Économusée?
An Économusée is not a museum in the usual sense, but a living workshop, offering a real tourist attraction alongside the manufacture and sale of traditional products. We will show you our craft traditions and their historical context, as well as offer you the chance to purchase our products.
The Aurland Shoe Économusée
