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Viewpoint · Flåm, Vestland
Stegastein
A wooden-and-steel platform that extends 30 meters over the Aurlandsfjord, at 650 meters altitude, on the mountain road rising from Aurland, with views of the fjord as far as Flåm.
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About Stegastein
The Stegastein viewpoint is on the road that climbs from Aurland towards the Aurlandsfjellet mountain, about 8 km from the village. It is a wooden platform with a steel structure that protrudes from the hillside and extends around 30 meters into the air, ending in glass, 650 meters above the Aurlandsfjord.
From the end of the platform you can see the fjord almost along its entire length: Flåm at the bottom, Aurland below, Undredal on the other side and, to the right, the entrance to the Nærøyfjord between the mountains. The platform was designed by architects Todd Saunders and Tommie Wilhelmsen and is part of the Rotas Turísticas Nacionais, Norway’s network of scenic roads, with viewpoints and restrooms designed by architects.
The road that passes Stegastein is the Aurlandsfjellet road, known as the snow road, which crosses the mountain to Lærdal across a plateau of rocks and lakes. It is usually closed from November to May or June. The section to the viewpoint is often open year-round, but with snow and ice in winter; check before you go.
In summer, tour buses climb from Flåm to the viewpoint, with a stop of about 20 minutes. By car, the parking is small and fills up around midday.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
20 to 40 minutes at the viewpoint; about 1h30 including the climb up from Flåm.
Best time
On clear days, from May to September. In the late afternoon the light falls behind the mountains. In winter, the road to the viewpoint can have snow and ice; check conditions before driving up.
How to get there
From Flåm, drive 10 km to Aurland and then climb 8 km along the winding Aurlandsfjellet road. In summer, tour buses depart from Flåm.
Tip
If you're driving in summer, continue past the viewpoint along the snow road to Lærdal and return via the 24.5 km Lærdal Tunnel.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Stegastein
How to get to Stegastein without a car?
In summer, tour buses depart from Flåm and make the ascent with a stop at the viewpoint. At other times, the option is a taxi.
Is the viewpoint open in winter?
The road section to Stegastein is usually kept open, but with snow and ice. The road that continues over the mountain typically closes from November to May or June.
Does the platform have glass at the end?
Yes, the tip of the platform ends in a glass plate, without a high railing, to view the fjord directly.
How long does the visit take?
About 20 to 40 minutes at the viewpoint and about 1h30 round trip from Flåm.