Stegastein Viewpoint
Experience the spectacular Stegastein viewing platform, 650 metres above Aurlandsfjord. Here, you'll experience a fantastic fjord view and closeness with nature. Book a sightseeing tour with panoramic views from Flåm to Stegastein here!
Buss stop information:
- Departure from Flåm Visitor Center: Bus Stop C
- Arr/Dep Aurland to Stegastein: Bus Stop F (by church)
- Arr/Dep Prest: Bus stop K
- Dep. Aurland to Flåm: Bus Stop E (by NAV)
See timetable here (PDF)
Please note:
- Same timetable/bus route to Stegastein Viewpoint and bus to Mt. Prest.
- Stegastein Viewpoint - only round-trip tickets
- Bus to Mt. Prest - only oneway tickets
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A view not to miss!
Panoramic view of the Aurlandsfjord
Stegastein is one of the must-visit locations near Flåm. From the lookout platform, you have a panoramic fjord view – unparallelled any other place in Norway. The only other way to get views like this is to put on your hiking shoes and walk uphill.
You also have an eagle’s eye view of Aurland town centre, the impressive mountain range across the fjord and towards Flåm.
Booking this tour from Flåm or Aurland gives you approx. 30 minutes at the viewpoint. The perfect amount of time to look around and get your photographs without getting bored.
Why book a sightseeing tour to Stegastein?
With several daily departures year-round, this tour is the most carefree way to get to Stegastein. In the summer, traffic jams can be an issue on the narrow road that winds its way up the mountainside from Aurland. In winter, the steep road may get slippery with ice and snow. Booking a tour lets you enjoy the scenery rather than worrying about driving.
Compared with booking a taxi, the tour is also a budget-friendly alternative.
There is a free audio guide available for download via Voice of Norway giving good insights into Aurland and the places you see along the way.
The Viewpoint
The architecture of Stegastein Viewpoint
Stegastein Viewpoint juts 30 metres from the mountainside, 650 metres above the fjord. It’s a striking example of how modern architectural design can be integrated with natural beauty of the landscape.
It was designed by Todd Saunders and Tommie Wilhelmsen and was completed in 2006, as part of a project with Norwegian Scenic Routes.
The Norwegian Scenic Routes are a selection of 18 roads that offer unique views of Norway's landscapes. One of which goes past Stegastein across Mt. Aurlandsfjellet, between Lærdal and Aurland. The Scenic Routes are enhanced with innovative architecture and art installations, such as viewpoints and rest areas that blend with the natural environment.
About the Stegastein Viewpoint
Information and fun facts
Please include all children 0-3 years in your booking as a seat must be reserved (free of charge) for them.
Dogs are allowed
Food & drinks on the buses:
- Not allowed to consume food on board.
- Bottled drinks are allowed.
Fun fact:
In 2015, the toilet at Stegastein received the “Most Beautiful Toilet” award from Design Curial Magazine.
Stegastein Viewpoint is...
- 650 metres above sea level
- 3.3 metres wide
- 31 metres long
- made from steel dressed in solid pine
Outside our Visitor Center, you will find self-service lockers in different sizes:
Want more fun?
Scenic day trip to Lærdal & Stegastein
Join a day trip to Lærdal filled with beautiful nature, interesting history and Norwegian salmon.
Bus to Prest
Enjoy a great day out with one of the most popular and stunning hikes in Aurland thanks to the bus to Prest, which will take you all the way up to the starting point and bring you back at the end. You can take the bus either from Flåm or from Aurland.