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Ålesund

Ålesund & Sunnmøre

Get ready to explore some of Norway’s most famous natural and cultural attractions. Ålesund's beautiful Art Nouveau architecture is widely acclaimed. An abundance of fjords, islands and mountains in Sunnmøre are waiting to enchant you. The breadth of experiences gives you the freedom to choose exactly the holiday experience you are looking for - all year round.

History

With its 45,000 inhabitants, Ålesund is the largest city in Sunnmøre, a region with about 140,000 inhabitants best known for its fishing, maritime technology and furniture production. The production of dried fish in Sunnmøre started in around 1750, and became the main export product of the area and the main source of economic growth from the mid-nineteenth century. The fishing industry flourished and Ålesund became a city in 1848 and grew steadily. However, a devastating fire on the 23rd of January 1904 left more than 10,000 people homeless. Ålesund was rebuilt in the new architectural style of the day - Art Nouveau or Jugendstil.

The changing direction of glaciers has carved out fjords and valleys and created spectacular mountains ranges. The Sunnmøre Alps were shaped by Hjørundfjord Glacier and its many glacial arms. Majestic mountains and alpine rock formations distinguish the Sunnmøre Alps from other mountain areas. The mountains rise straight out from the water to heights of 1500 - 1700 metres. The many ski slopes in the mountains around Hjørundfjorden offer fantastic skiing with a 1500 metre drop between the peaks and the fjords.

Tailor-made for adventures

Somewhat ironically, Ålesund, arguably the most beautiful city in Norway, can thank the great fire of 1904 for providing it with the most extraordinary concentration of Art Nouveau architecture in the world. Cast your eyes up to the myriad of fanciful ornamentations of facades on the buildings as you explore the city. Walk up the 418 steps to the city’s peak, Aksla, and you will be rewarded with a panoramic view you will never forget! Ålesund is perfect for a romantic escapade with your loved one.

62°Nord offers tailor-made itineraries, hotels and activities in the Ålesund region. Check out their website for more info about their out-of-the-ordinary "boutique" hotels and other offers. Read more about accommodation in Ålesund

Runde - a paradise for nature lovers

Treat yourself to an exciting sea safari and encounter seabirds, sea eagles and seals. Get to know the birdlife on the island of Runde on one of the sightseeing tours of the island during summer. Though the birdlife can be experienced all year round, the peak season is between April and August. Make sure you include a visit to the Runde Environmental Centre, which includes an exhibition about the Runde Treasures as well as a spectacular bird exhibition.

Hjørundfjorden and the Sunnmøre Alps

Prepare yourself for hiking in the Sunnmøre Alps, where jagged peaks reach up out of the fjords to heights of up to 1700 meters. Of course you can just as easily find less challenging walks suitable for the whole family. In winter, ski enthusiasts will find their favourite places here, either in the comfort of the slopes of resorts, or traversing the snowy mountains. You can also buy an alpine ski pass, which is valid for eight selected ski locations in the region.

The fishing village of Alnes & the Alnes Lighthouse

Just a 15-minute drive from Ålesund and 10 minutes from the airport, Vigra, you will find the charming fishing village of Alnes. Here you get panoramic views of the ocean and can walk through beautiful and diverse hiking terrain from the mountains to the seashore, as well as get acquainted with the picturesque Alnes Lighthouse.

Getting to Ålesund & Sunnmøre

Ålesund & Sunnmøre are easily accessible by air, sea and land. Ålesund is the region's gateway and there are also ample transport options further out in the region.
Travel to and from Ålesund & the beautiful Sunnmøre region on the Geirangerfjord & Norway in a nutshell® tour or the Hjørundfjord & Norway in a nutshell® tour.

Flights

Sunnmøre has two airports: Ålesund Airport Vigra, and Ørsta/Volda Hovden Airport. Both airports are located close to the city centres and service many domestic and international destinations.

For more information on aircraft operators and prices, go to Avinor.no

Boat and ferry

The Hurtigruten has been described by many as the world's most beautiful sea voyage. The Hurtigruten arrives at Ålesund and Torvik daily on both its north and southbound routes. The northbound ship also adds the Ålesund-Geiranger-Ålesund route every day from April to September.

Expressboats and car ferries service the coast and link communities together. There are also a number of subsea tunnels which connect the many islands with the mainland. For more information about the ferry and boat services, contact the following companies: Fjord1 or Norled.

Train

The train station in this area is at Åndalsnes, approximately 120 kilometers from Ålesund, with a connecting bus service to and from Ålesund several times a day. The travel time between Oslo and Åndalsnes is 5 ½ half hours. The bus between Åndalsnes and Ålesund takes 2 ½ hours. For timetables and booking, contact NSB.

Car

The drive to Ålesund and Sunnmøre is in itself is a remarkably picturesque experience. Trips from Bergen and Trondheim involve several exciting ferry trips.

Oslo-Ålesund is 520 km (8 hours), follow the E6 to Dombås and continue on the E136 via Ørskog and Skodje to Ålesund.

Bergen-Ålesund is 370 km (7 hours). From Bergen, there are several exciting routes, and E39 is the main road through the fjords. Alternatively, take the E39 to Byrkjelo, then the turn off on the RV 60 past Olden and Stryn towards Ålesund. The RV 61 will show you the coastal areas of Sunnmøre - Vanylven, Sande, Runde and coastal towns of Fosnavåg, Ulsteinvik and Hareid.

Trondheim-Ålesund is 285 km (5 hours), and you can combine your journey with a fantastic drive along the coast, including scenic ferry trips. You should also try to include the Atlantic Highway (National Tourist Route) in your travel plan. Alternatively, you can also take the E6 to Dombås, and continue along the E136 via Ørskog and Skodje to Ålesund.

Accommodation

Things to Do

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Summer cafe at Runde

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Runde Miljøsenter
Rundavegen 237
6096 Runde

Welcome to the bird and treasure sland Runde
Start your adventure at Runde with a visit to the exhibitions and cafe at the Environmental Centre. We serve homemade meals and a breathtaking ocean view.
Opening hours June 8 to August 18
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Summer cafe at Runde

Address

Runde Miljøsenter
Rundavegen 237
6096 Runde

Welcome to the bird and treasure sland Runde
Start your adventure at Runde with a visit to the exhibitions and cafe at the Environmental Centre. We serve homemade meals and a breathtaking ocean view.
Opening hours June 8 to August 18
…
Summer cafe at Runde

Address

Runde Miljøsenter
Rundavegen 237
6096 Runde

Welcome to the bird and treasure sland Runde
Start your adventure at Runde with a visit to the exhibitions and cafe at the Environmental Centre. We serve homemade meals and a breathtaking ocean view.
Opening hours June 8 to August 18
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Fjord Cruise Hjørundfjord

Address

Ålesund - Trandal - Urke - Øye
6196 Norangsfjorden

Discover the majestic Sunnmøre Alps from the magnificent and 35 km long Hjørundfjord in Møre og Romsdal between Ålesund and Øye. Here you travel through untouched nature in a dramatic, rugged, varied and historically rich fjord landscape.
Fjord…
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77 reviews
Geiranger Fjord Adventure | Norway Adventures

Address

6730 Davik

Join us on this guided paddling holiday in one of the two UNESCO listed fjords of Norway
Trip Highlights • Easy paddle in the dramatic UNESCO listed Geiranger fjord • Scenic hike to great campsite with stunning views over the fjord • Meet local…
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153 reviews
eTOURS in Geiranger

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Geiranger Sentrum
6216 Geiranger

Explore Geiranger in one of our fun little electric cars!
We guarantee a smile
Forget about full buses, waiting and queues – with our nippy electric cars you get to where you want to go quickly. With a smile guaranteed!
With the…
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153 reviews
eTOURS in Geiranger

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Geiranger Sentrum
6216 Geiranger

Explore Geiranger in one of our fun little electric cars!
We guarantee a smile
Forget about full buses, waiting and queues – with our nippy electric cars you get to where you want to go quickly. With a smile guaranteed!
With the…
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302 reviews
E- bike rental

Address

Geirangervegen 2
6216 Geiranger
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302 reviews
Panorama Exclusive Bus

Address

Touristinformation Geiranger harbour
Geirangervegen 2
6216 Geiranger

Join us on a spectacular bus tour in Geiranger including all 2 famouse viewpoints in one tour. 3 hour round trip by bus with stop at Eagle bend, Flydalsjvuet and Geiranger Skywalk Mt. Dalsnibba
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40 reviews
Finnøy Havstuer

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Finnøy
6487 Harøy

Finnøy Havstuer is located on an island with a narrow land bridge, in the rooms of the old trading station and fish reception on Finnøy. Here we offer overnight stay, restaurant, modern meeting rooms, pub and summer shop. Plus the unbelievable…

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1 reviews
Ona Havstuer

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Ona
6483 Ona

Ona has the ocean as the nearest neighbor. It means rich opportunities for those who want experiences and for those who simply want peace and quiet. It consists of apartments and a banqueting room / restaurant with seating for 60 (post office). This…

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27 reviews
E-bike & Hike

Address

UTEGUIDEN
Notenesgata 3
6006 Ålesund

This is a 3.5 hour e-bike & hike trip starting from our activity center in Ålesund. We start off with a 20 minute bike ride through the picturesque city center of Ålesund, one of Norway’s finest cities on the west coast. After arriving at the bottom…
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302 reviews
Fjord Cruise Ålesund - Geirangerfjord

Address

rutebilstation
6001 Ålesund

Discover the traditional way to travel along the fjords like the locals. It is around 120 km from Ålesund to Geiranger and you will see three different fjords and a spectacular scenery along the way.
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301 reviews
Fjordcruise Geiranger - Ålesund- Geiranger

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6001 Ålesund

Discover the traditional way to travel along the fjords like the locals when the Fjord was the main highway of transportation. It is around 120 km from Ålesund to Geiranger via 3 different Fjords with spectacular waterfalls and landscapes.…
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302 reviews
Guided Fjord Fishing tour

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Touristinformation Geiranger
6216 Geiranger

Join us for a fishing trip on one of the world’s most beautiful fjords. Enjoy the spectacular scenery around you as our captain takes you to the best fishing spots. Come aboard of the fishing boat "Sea Ranger", , for your Norwegian fishing…
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60 reviews
View the Fjords - Tourist Cinema

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Lorkenesgata 1
6001 Ålesund

View The Fjords is a spectacular movie in aerial view.
We will take you on a journey of history, and we travel the magical Fjords from an eagles perspective. Contains the magical fjords, beautiful mountains, city history and art nouveau,…
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302 reviews
Fjord Cruise Geirangerfjord - Ålesund

Address

Geirangervegen 2
6216 Geiranger

Discover the traditional way to travel along the fjords like the locals when the Fjord was the main highway of transportation. It is around 120 km from Ålesund to Geiranger via 3 different Fjords and spectacular landscape. #3fjords3hours
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153 reviews
eTOURS in Geiranger

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Geiranger Sentrum
6216 Geiranger

Explore Geiranger in one of our fun little electric cars!
We guarantee a smile
Forget about full buses, waiting and queues – with our nippy electric cars you get to where you want to go quickly. With a smile guaranteed!
With the…
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302 reviews
Fjordsightseeing Geiranger by boat

Address

Geiranger harbour
Geirangervegen 2
6216 Geiranger

Classic way to experience the Geirangerfjord UNESCO World Heritage site from our sightseeing boat cruise.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
302 reviews
electric bike rental

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Geiranger Fjordservice/ticketoffice
6216 Geiranger

Would you like to bicycle around Geiranger in comfort? Tackle the up hills to get the stunning views while staying relaxed? Geiranger renowned breathtaking scenery provides the perfect backdrop for some off the most outstanding biking to be had in…