Fløibanen funicular

Opening Times

Season (2 Jan 2018 - 23 Dec 2018)
Day	Times
Monday - Friday	07:30	- 23:00
Saturday - Sunday	08:00	- 23:00

* 29 Mar 09:00 - 21:00, March 30 9:00 - 21:00, March 31 9:00 - 21:00, 01 Apr 09:00 - 21:00, 02. Apr 09:00 - 21:00

About

Take Fløibanen funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen. Magnificent view of Bergen, great children's playground and ideal for mountain walks.

About

Take the funicular railway to Mount Fløyen and see all of Bergen in just 6 minutes.

The funicular railway is one of Norway's most famous attractions. The trip starts from the city centre, just 150 metres from the Fish Market and Bryggen. The exiting trip up to the mountain is a magnificent experience in itself.

From Mount Fløyen, approx. 320 metres above sea level, you can enjoy the beautiful view, study the cityscape in detail and the seaward approaches and fjords surrounding Bergen. At Fløyen there is also a restaurant, cafeteria, souvenir shop and play area.

Fløibanen funicular (the Fløibanen train):
The Fløibanen line is 844 m (2,769 ft) long, covers a height difference of 302 m (991 ft), and carries over 1,8 million passengers a year. The line is single track with a central passing loop and was build in 1918. The track is has a gradient that varies between 15 and 26 degrees. There are two cars, each of which can carry 100 passengers and the cars are individually named and painted, with Blåmann in blue and Rødhette in red. (Source: Wikipedia) The track has 6 stops and are frequently used by locals living up on the mountain side as well as two kindergardens on the mountain. During the summer and rush hours only certain departures will stop at all stops.

Tickets:
You can buy your tickets at the Tourist Information in Bergen or at the ticket office at Fløibanen bottom station.

Timetable:
The Fløibanen funicular runs daily from early morning until 11 p.m. during the the year. (With e few exceptions, see opening hours below). The funicular has easy access for prams/pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Walking routes:
The Funicular takes you to a fantastic area of beautiful natural surroundings with innumerable opportunities for walking and hiking. From Mount Fløyen there are walks on gravel roads and paths to fantastic viewpoints where you can enjoy views of the fjord, mountains and the city below. Check out 10 inspiring walk for the whole family here.

You can also walk from Mount Fløyen to Mount Ulriken. This hike is called Vidden and is one of Bergens most popular mountain hikes. You can walk in either direction, but a lot of people prefer to start at Ulriken and finish at Fløyen which is right in the city center. The hike takes approximately 5 hours and you can read more about the Vidden hike here.

Bergen Card:
Free travel (round trip) from October to April. 50% discount (round trip) from May to September

Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Children	NOK50.00 return
Also available as:
Children	NOK25.00 single
Adults	NOK95.00 return
Also available as:
Adults	NOK50.00 single
Family ticket 2 adults + 2 children	NOK240.00 return
sledging ticket	NOK200.00 1 day

Prices may be subject to change.

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B2071XEmarting
Trip Type:
Family
You need to go here
Friday, 7th December 2018
Best view of Bergen. No need for 100 letters about Fløien. Thats how awesome the gondola up to the mountains is. Read full review
GlennK547
Canberra, Australia
Trip Type:
Family
A nice break after a walk
Friday, 7th December 2018
We had been walking in the mountains for a few hours behind Bergen when we arrived at Mount Foyen. As it is a quiet time of the season the main restaurant was closed and under refurbishment but the... Read full review
Carol C
Sacramento, California
Trip Type:
Couples
Amazing view
Saturday, 8th December 2018
A must in Bergen. We went late one night and the ticket office was closed. However, we bought tickets from the machine and since it was the last hour of service enjoyed the ride and view with just a... Read full review

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Bergen Card

Bergen Card benefits:

Free travel (round trip) from October to April. 50% discount (round trip) from May to September

Bergen Card

Bergen Card benefits:

Gratis reise tur/retur Fløyen oktober til april. 50% rabatt på tur/retur Fløyen mai - september.

Bergen Card

Bergen Card benefits:

Kostenlos Fløyen hin und zurück von Oktober bis April. 50 % Ermäβigung Fløyen hin und zurück von Mai bis September.

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training circuit

Discounts

Bergen Card-English - Free travel (round trip) from October to April. 50% discount (round trip) from May to September
Bergen Card-German - Kostenlos Fløyen hin und zurück von Oktober bis April. 50 % Ermäβigung Fløyen hin und zurück von Mai bis September.
Bergen Card-Norwegian - Gratis reise tur/retur Fløyen oktober til april. 50% rabatt på tur/retur Fløyen mai - september.

Food and drinks

à la carte - Offseason
outside dining area - summer

General facilities

built - 1918
café/cafeteria
elevator
kiosk
playground
reconstructed - 2002
restaurant - summer
shop
toilet

Nature and terrain

cross-country skiing area
hiking area
lookout point
mixed forest

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souvenirs

Room facilities

sea view

Winter sports

marked cross country ski trails

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