The Bergen Line
This line connects the two most important cities in Norway, Oslo and Bergen, and the train journey "over the roof of Norway" is an experience in a class of its own.  The Bergen Line is a unique experience on Northern Europe`s highest Railway. One of the greatest challenges for the Bergen Line is the harsh and unpredictable weather. The line is exposed to deep low-pressure centres from the west, which can mean strong winds and heavy snow for part of the year. Keeping the railway open demands great effort and technical expertise. Skilled workers, effective equipment, tunnels and snow tunnels currently make the Bergen Line one of the safest and most comfortable ways of travelling between Oslo and Bergen. This line is recognised as being one of the top 20 railway experiences in the world.
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The Dovre Line

Historic route
The Dovre Line passes mostly along the historic route between eastern and central Norway. This is the same route followed by pilgrims on their journey to Trondheim and Saint Olav's shrine in the Middle Ages.

Lillehammer
After a train journey of about 2 1/2 hours the train passes Lillehammer, host of the XVII Olympic Wintergames in February 1994, where this idyllic village produced one of the best games ever. Lillehammer is rich with historical traditions and heritages from Sigrid Undset, Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and Anders Sandvig The outdoor museum Maihaugen with a selection of old buildings is worth a visit. The pedestrian main street Storgata has received a national architecture prize.

The Rauma Line
In Dombås it is possible to change to the Rauma Line, which can take you to Åndalsnes on the coast where you can continue by bus to Molde or Ålesund.

Trondheim
The Dovre Line ends in Trondheim, which is Norway`s third largest city. Trondheim was founded by Olav Tryggvason in 997, and in the Middle Ages pilgrims followed their pilgrimages to Trondheim and Saint Olav's shrine where Nidarosdomen cathedral is the historical relic remaining today.Trondheim is also famous for being the technology capital of Norway, for its university and also for its summer and winter sporting facilities.
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The Rauma Line

Starting from Dombås (between Oslo and Trondheim) or Åndalsnes, the train takes you through picturesque mountains, over imposing bridges and through tunnels that turn through 180 degrees. On the way down to the bottom of the Romsdal valley, the mountains become higher and wilder, with waterfalls full of glacial meltwater cascading in gushing torrents down the mountain sides. The train passes the tallest rock face in Europe, the Trollveggen, which towers 1,000m (3,281 feet) above the track. The line terminates at Åndalsnes - the alpine town by the fjord. There is a connecting bus service between Åndalsnes and Kristiansund, Ålesund or Molde, from where you can continue your journey on the Coastal Voyage(Hurtigruten).

Molde
The city of roses welcomes you, surrounded by a backdrop of 87 snow-capped peaks, a breath taking nature in a pleasant climate. Molde is known as a cultural city and for its annual international jazzfestival. The town centre is little and compact, in close contact with forest and sea.

Ålesund
Welcome to the art nouveau town! Ålesund has an international reputation for its colourful and romantic architecture in the Art Nouveau style (Jugend- stil). The coastal town of Ålesund, with a population of 38.000, is the commercial and industrial capital of the Møre and Romsdal district. Ålesund has one of the largest export harbours in the world for "klippfisk", i.e. split, dried and salted cod, and a bustling, picturesque fishing port along the old harbour "Brosundet" with Skansegata where you can buy fresh fish and prawns.
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Also download:

• Rauma Line Manual
• Rauma Line Brochure

The Northern Line
The line takes you through a variety of landscapes: farmland, dense forests, snow-capped mountains, marshes, fjords, rivers and lakes. North of the Arctic Circle, you are in the land of the Midnight Sun. This is a good reason in summer for choosing a comfortable and inexpensive sleeperette on the night train. For others the fascinating landscape makes them travel during the day to be able to fully enjoy the nature or keeps them up all night admiring the changing landscape and the special light.

The Southern Line
If you are travelling on the Southern Line on a sunny day, you might want to have your swimming things on hand. Buses connect train stations to charming towns and villages scattered along the idyllic south coast; an paradise for sailing, swimming and sunbathing. Langesund, Kragerø, Risør, Arendal and Kristiansand are names which conjure up images in the minds of Norwegians of white-boarded ship captains' houses and billowing sails.

The last station on the Southern Line is Stavanger, which is Norway`s international oil capital. Stavanger has a charming old town centre and several pubs and restaurants.

Welcome to Oslo!
Oslo - Norway’s capital - is centrally located in the heart of Scandinavia. Bounded by the fjord and the forested hills, Oslo offers fantastic scenery.

The city is in rapid development and is a popular venue for national and international activities. Events within music, art, culture, science and sport add life and colour to the city. During summertime the days are long with over 18 hours of daylight available for outdoor pursuits, and Oslo can offer many different activities to fill that time.

The combination of big city life, a diverse array of cultural activities and easy access to untouched natural surroundings have made Oslo an increasingly attractive destination for travellers from all over the world. Oslo also offers professional congress facilities satisfying international requirements in regard to hotels, meeting facilities and excursion opportunities. Oslo is the only major city in Europe that can offer great skiing only minutes away from the city centre by the local underground. Why not try a city break out of the ordinary, where you can combine a winter sport holiday with pulsating nightlife, world famous museums and attractions, great shopping and high class cuisine.

In winter, the long dark nights add a romantic feeling to the city when people like to compensate for the lack of daylight by gathering by the fireplace or around a candlelight table. In several bars and restaurants you can enjoy a good meal or a glass of wine by the open fire.

Make a stop in Bergen...
A European Cultural City Bergen is more than 900 years old, listed as a Word Heritage City and was the European City of Culture in year 2000. Bergen offers something for everyone, no matter what time of year you visit, so why not experience it for yourself?

Visit the Fish Market and enjoy fresh seafood, or stroll along the quayside and soak up the atmosphere of Bryggen, the old Hanseatic merchants’ quarter. Take the funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen or the cable car up to Ulriken, where the view of the city framed by the sea, fjords and mountains, is one of the most spectacular in Norway.

Bergen hosts a number of international music and cultural events throughout the year. The city is home to one of the world’s oldest symphony orchestras, and boasts a number of theatres and dance companies. Visit Edvard Grieg’s home, Troldhaugen, to hear his music where it was composed. Museums, art collections, churches and fascinating architecture all add to Bergen's unique atmosphere.

Bergen's title of City of Culture for 2000 is evident throughout the city. Renowned for its vibrant and contemporary design and music scene, Bergen has helped cultivate acts such as Ralph Myerz & the Jack Herrend Band, Kings of Convenience, Røyksopp and Sondre Lerche, to name but a few.

Nordfjord – For true adventurers!
The glaciers, fjord, sea and mountains of Nordfjord have some of the finest scenery Norway has to offer. The innermost part of Nordfjord has sparkling glaciers extending down into narrow valleys. The fjord widens out in the middle of Nordfjord, and as you get closer to the coast, the sea air fills your lungs. Farthest out, the West Cape plateau stands in a towering position facing the Stadhavet sea.

Ruled by the biggest glacier in Europe – Jostedalsbreen – the region is ideal for visitors seeking adventures like glacier walks and summer skiing. The fjord, the sea, lakes and rivers make Nordfjord the perfect setting for all sorts of activities: fishing, surfing, scuba diving, bathing, boat trips and kayaking. For action-lovers, perhaps river rafting is the thing. Or maybe you would find a round of golf more tempting? You can also discover Nordfjord on horseback. The Fjord Horse originated in Nordfjord, and the area is excellent for horse-riding. Another popular activity is hiking. In Nordfjord, you can walk in unspoilt mountain terrain, or along the many nature and cultural trails.

Stryn summerski with partners offer ski rental, snowpark, groomed slopes, cross-country tracks and tour with the glacier chairlift.

Flåm – A Must-See in Norway
Beautiful Flåm is situated in the innermost part of the Aurland Fjord, and is known for the steep mountainsides, the roaring waterfalls and the deep valleys.

If you love hiking in the mountains, kayaking on the fjord or other water activities, this is the right place! Flåm is a paradise for everyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience with nature. With nature-based activities, many nearby attractions, exciting culture and historic traditions - Flåm is the perfect holiday resort for the entire family! From Flåm Port and the many fjord boats it is only a short walk to a trip on the famous Flåm Railway, or maybe a stay at one of Fjord Norway's long-established tourist hotel.

A trip with the Flåm Railway is a must! It is a breath taking journey, from Myrdal on the Bergen Railway down to Flåm station.

The Flåm Railway is the steepest railway in the world built on normal gauge. With a gradient of one in eighteen this railway is the most daring and skilful engineering in Norwegian railway history.

Flåm is an excellent starting point for day trips. With train, buss or boat you can easily reach big cities like Bergen and Oslo in one day, the local area around Flåm is also worth a visit. Like the Nigardsglascier and the Urnes Stave Church in Luster . The Unesco World Heritage List Unesco has now included the Nærøyfjord on the World Heritage List. This unspoilt fjord area is a part of the Aurland fjord and Flåm is situated in the very end of this fascinating fjord.