The Golden Train - Roundtrip Ticket

Awarded “The most scenic rail journey in Europe” by Lonely Planet, the Rauma Railway will amaze you with its magnificent views of vertical mountain cliffs and serene emerald green rivers.

Experience the spectacular history of the Gold Transport and enjoy the majestic scenery of high peaks and jagged rock faces with Trollveggen, the engineering masterpiece Kylling bridge and the impressive Verma waterfalls as some of the main attractions on the journey.

Your adventure begins at Åndalsnes station, where our friendly train hosts will welcome you aboard. In addition to the stunning visual landscape, you'll hear unique stories about the people who have lived and struggled among these sharp peaks, thrived by the rivers, and climbed the formidable mountains. 

You'll also delve into the historical events of World War II and the origins of "The Golden Train."
The leisurely pace of the train allows you to capture breathtaking photographs of Norway’s natural beauty.
The train will make a short stop at Bjorli station, where you can step outside and soak in the serene beauty of the surrounding nature. 
After this brief interlude, hop back on board and continue the incredible journey as the train heads back to Åndalsnes.

Hop on board and let’s explore the wonders of the Golden Train together!

History of the Golden Train

During World War II, Norway undertook a secret mission to transport its gold reserves from Oslo via the trainline to Åndalsnes as part of efforts to safeguard national assets from German occupation, sending it to safer locations, including overseas destinations such as the United Kingdom. The gold was disguised as mundane cargo, and secret routes were used to evade enemy patrols and checkpoints. Norwegian resistance fighters played a crucial role in facilitating this secret operation, united to undertake a perilous

train journey through the stunning Romsdalen terrain. The successful evacuation and safeguarding of Norway's gold reserves held significant symbolic importance for the Norwegian government and its people. It demonstrated resilience against the German invasion and helped maintain Norway's financial sovereignty during the occupation.

Now, it’s your turn to experience this unique event in Norwegian history.