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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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Hike, seaweed & cooking 5 hours

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Runde Miljøsenter
Rundavegen 237
6096 Runde

he marinebiologist Saskia and natureguide Phil from Møre-to-Sea will take you on a magnificent 5 hour hike along the coast and serve a delicious meal based on ingredients from seaweed. We will start with a hike along the scenic coast of Runde,…
Seaweed safari & cooking 3 hours

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Runde Miljøsenter
Rundavegen 237
6096 Runde

Møre-to-Sea with marinebiologist Saskia and natureguide Phil will take you on a magnificent 3 hour hike along the coast and serve a delicious light meal based on ingredients from seaweed. You will learn more about seaweed and the different species…
Seaweed safari 1,5 hour

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Runde Miljøsenter
Rundavegen 237
6096 Runde

Join marinebiologist Saskia and natureguide Phil from Møre-to-Sea on a short and insightful trip at the coast of Runde. An inspiring introduction to seaweed, followed by a seaweed forage tour along the coast. You will learn about the species you…
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.
Season: summer 2020 June 13. to…
Påskeaktivitetar på Runde

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Rundavegen 237
6096 Runde

WE ARE SORRY TO INFORM THAT WE NEED TO KEEP CLOSED DURING EASTER DUE TO THE ONGOING SITUATION WITH COVID-19

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3 reviews
Peak to Fjord Trip

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Native Adventures No
Økslevegen
6200 Stranda

Peak to Fjord Freeride Trip in Stranda by the fjords of the Sunnmorealps, Norway. Winner of Norway´s best off-piste ski destination in 2019. Lovely views, great skiing & ride fjord powder.
Galten | Volda (copy)

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6120 Folkestad

On the other side of the fjord for the center of Volda is the village Folkestad. Here you will find Sunnmøre's answer to the Trolltunga, Galten.
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3 reviews
PowSurf Trip

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Native Adventures No
Økslevegen
6200 Stranda

PowSurf Trip in Stranda by the fjords of the Sunnmorealps, Norway. Winner of Norway´s best ski touring destination 2019. Lovely views, great powsurfing & ride fjord powder.
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96 reviews
The hidden Fjord Hike - day trip

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Norway AdvenTURes
6001 Ålesund

Kayak the “hidden fjord”, A full-day adventure from Ålesund. A kayak adventure in one of the pristine hidden fjords. Take the Fjord cruise Hjørundfjord from Ålesund to Urke in the morning (and return in the evening). And enjoy a full day adventure.
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5 reviews
Hiking in the spectacular Sunnmøre Alps, sleep and live in our restored ferry

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Fjord Exploring
6165 Sæbø

Join the ferry MS Slogen on a fantastic journey through Hjørundfjord. The ferry is your base, and you will take hiking trips in these beautiful mountains, and the charming villages in the fjord.
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96 reviews
The hidden Fjord Kayak tour- day trip

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Norway AdvenTURes
6001 Ålesund

Kayak the “hidden fjord”, A full-day adventure from Ålesund. A kayak adventure in one of the pristine hidden fjords. Take the Fjord cruise Hjørundfjord from Ålesund to Urke in the morning (and return in the evening). And enjoy a full day adventure.
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6 reviews
Localtrips AS

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6001 Ålesund

We offer you some fantastic trips, all of them starting from our meeting point close to the Cruise Terminal in Ålesund. We are a local company and we use local buses, drivers and guides. We want to give you as our passenger the little extra.
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9 reviews
Sightseeing with boat to Hjørundfjord & Trandal

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Aalesund Sea Tours AS
6001 Ålesund

Join our private tour on charming MN Fento. On this tour we set the course towards Hjørdundfjorden, with steep majestic mountains and a deep fjord.
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9 reviews
Sightseeing with boat to Hjørundfjord

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Aalesund Sea Tours AS
6001 Ålesund

Join our private tour on charming MN Fento. On this tour we set the course towards Hjørdundfjorden, with steep majestic mountains and a deep fjord.
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9 reviews
Aalesund Sea Tours AS

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6001 Ålesund

Nature must be explored, come join us!
Explore the beautiful surroundings around Aalesund onboard the charming vessel M/B Fento. Sightseeing, adventure, activities, contact us and we will do our best to help you get the event you are looking…
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5 reviews
Fjord Exploring

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Øyragata 49
6165 Sæbø

Join Fjord Exploring on an experience in the panoramic Hjørundfjorden in the heart of the Alps of Sunnmøre while you are accomondated onboard the restored fjord ferry MS Slogen who transports you around from fjord village to fjord village.
The…
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35 reviews
Hotel 1904

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Løvenvoldgata 8
6002 Ålesund

Welcoming locals and travelers for over hundred years as Ålesund’s oldest hotel.

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35 reviews
Green Garden

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Løvenvoldgata 8
6002 Ålesund

Welcoming locals and travelers for over hundred years as Ålesund’s oldest hotel.
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643 reviews
Quality Hotel Ålesund

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Sorenskriver Bullsgate 7
6002 Ålesund

The Quality Hotel Ålesund boasts a central location near the harbour within easy reach of shops, restaurants and nightlife. The hotel has 131 bright and modern rooms that offer stunning views of the fjord. Ideal for business and leisure travellers.

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85 reviews
Boat trips

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Skansekaia
6002 Ålesund

Take a boat trip to the breathtaking Fjords. Explore secluded fjord farms, waterfalls and spectacular mountain peaks.