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Destination Northwest

The coastal towns of Molde and Kristiansund, fjords, mountains, picturesque villages, island communities, opera, jazz and roses. Experience the world’s most beautiful car journey: the Atlantic Road and the Trollstigen Road. Northwest is the perfect base for trips to some of Fjord Norway’s most famous attractions. And the secret escapes!

The coastal towns of Molde and Kristiansund

Kristiansund is one of Norway’s most distinctive towns with its colourful post-war architecture. The town became known for their clipfish production as early as in 1737, but in modern times petroleum and gas have become the leading industries. Discover more about the history of clipfish at the Norwegian Clipfish Museum in Kristiansund. The town is located in a beautiful setting on four islands connected by bridges at the ocean’s edge. Take a trip on the Sundbåten boat, the world’s oldest mode of public transport still in operation. Kristiansund is also known as the city of opera. The Opera in Kristiansund became established in the early 1900s, and there is a opera festival taking place every year in February.

In the late 1800's, Molde was among the foremost fjord tourist destinations in Norway, and the town was one of the main attractions when the first passenger cruise ship visited the country in 1882. The Bygata street at the Romsdal Museum recreates the atmosphere of this area before the great fire in 1916. Parts of the town are characterised by simple, clean and functional post-war architecture. Do not miss the view from the Varden viewpoint, with its 222 partially snow-clad mountain peaks, the Molde panorama. Molde is known for its annual Molde International Jazz Festival in July and is the oldest European jazz festival in continuous operation since 1961.

National Tourist Roads – the Atlantic Road and Trollstigen Road

The Atlantic Road, from Bud to Kårvåg, has received numerous accolades, such as Norway’s best bike ride, the world's most beautiful road trip, and was even voted Norway's construction of the century. There are several designated parking areas along the road and it even has its own fishing bridges where you can throw your line into the ocean from the road. The stretch which contains the bridges is 9 km long, and the most scenic bridge is the Storseisundet bridge.  
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The Norwegian mountaineering capital Åndalsnes is beautifully situated between the Romsdal Alps, where you can also experience Norway’s most visited tourist road - Trollstigen. Through the steep mountain terrain the road twists and turns through 11 hairpin bends as it climbs up to Stigrøra (858 metres above sea level) and carries you across the Stigfossen waterfall over an impressive natural stone bridge.

Secret escapes in Northwest

The lighthouse islands Ona, Grip and Veiholmen

Out to sea west of Molde you will find a cluster of islands, of which Ona lighthouse is the most famous attraction. Ona is Norway’s southernmost functioning fishing village, with around 20-25 permanent residents. Do not miss a trip to the isle of Grip - the tiny island with a big history just outside of Kristiansund. This was once the smallest municipality in Norway and is now only inhabited in the summer. The picturesque buildings and the 500 year old stave church stand close together like a small town. The fishing village of Veiholmen is located towards the northernmost tip of Smøla, and is linked to the main island by a road that is an adventure in itself.

Mardalsfossen and Aursjøveien road

You will find Mardalsfossen, the world’s fourth highest waterfall, at the end of Eikesdalsvatnet lake. The waterfall is particularly impressive from 20th June to 20th August each year, when water is released by a hydroelectricity company. Possibly Norway's most spectacular mountain road, Aursjøvegen ascends from Sunndalsøra and up the narrow Litldalen valley with the wild river gushing below. The road gradually winds its way up to the plateau and down to Eikesdalen.  
Read more about the Mardalsfossen and Aursjøveien road  
Read more about the other waterfalls in the region

Active holiday offers 

Come and try the hiking areas in Trollheimen and Sunndalsfjella National Park. Take the mountain bus to Vengedalen and hike up the beautiful Romsdalseggen, a 7-8 hour hiking trip with views of the Trollveggen, Romsdalshorn and Vengetindene (the Venge peaks). The hiking route Fjord Route, starts directly at the airport in Kristiansund. Let an experienced guide take you climbing, kayaking, skiing or hiking. You will never regret it! 
Read more about Trollheimen and Sunndalsfjella National Park

Getting here and around

The Northwest region is situated about 500 km from Oslo and 450 km from Bergen. You can travel by train from Oslo or Trondheim, to Oppdal or to Dombås and then with the spectacular Rauma Railway to Åndalsnes. In addition, the famed Hurtigruten - both north-and southbound - arrive in Molde and Kristiansund every single day of the year. There are airports in both Kristiansund and Molde, with daily flights from/to the major cities in Norway. There are buses that runs frequently on the main routes in the region, but we recommend to have your own car, to have more freedom to go to the hidden treasures in our destination.

Useful links

 Flights Avinor.no  
Train NSB.no  
Bus Frammr.no  (in Norwegian)
Boat Kystekspressen.no   (Trondheim - Kristiansund, in Norwegian)
Hurtigruten (Coastal steamer) Hurtigruten.com

Welcome to Northwest!  www.visitnorthwest.no

Accommodation

Things to Do

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Trollveggen Camping

Address

Horgheimseidet E136
6300 Åndalsnes

Welcome to a nature experience at Trollveggen Camping. You’ll find us at the base of Europe’s highest mountain wall; Trollveggen, surrounded by the Trolltindene and Romsdalshorn, with Rauma River close by.
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Romsdalseggen Package Trollveggen Camping

Address

Trollveggen
6300 Åndalsnes

Stay in comfortable cabins at Trollveggen Camping at the foot of Trollveggen and be the next neighbour to the wild Rauma river. Your stay here will undoubtedly be the best base for hiking the Romsdalseggen ridge - one of Norway's greatest hiking...
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25 reviews
Trollstigen Resort

Address

Gryttenvegen 23
6300 Åndalsnes

Trollstigen Resort features lovely views and a cozy environment. Our guests can enjoy the beautiful view of the mountains, wether you choose to stay in a cabin, tent or in your camper van.
Trollstigen Resort offers a comfortable stay in our 13...

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14 reviews
Visit the marble mines of Bergtatt

Address

Nåsvegen 304
6490 Eide

Explore the mystical marble caves at Naas! The caves are a result of mining operations since 1938. In others parts of the mountain, the mining operation is still ongoing. Today, the area where the caves are located function as a concert venue, as...
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42 reviews
HI Åndalsnes Youth and Family Hostels

Address

Setnes
6300 Åndalsnes

Bed & breakfast. The bus to and from Ålesund and the Trollstigen road passes the hostel.

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156 reviews
Sødahlhuset

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Gamle Romsdalsveg 8
6300 Åndalsnes

Sødahlhuset is a charming cafe in center town of Åndalsnes. Local ladies are running this place, and is also an outlet for local ceramics and other handcrafts. A large focus on local and ecologic slow-food. Welcome!
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111 reviews
Bjartmars Favorittkro - restaurant

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Atlanterhavsveien
6530 Averøy

Bjartmars Favorittkro is beautiful situated right by the Atlantic Road. Traditional norwegian food is served with this fantastic view over the ocean. The restaurant is a cosy, old timberhouse and in the summer you may eat on the outdoor terrace-...
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60 reviews
Piccola Mama Rosa

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Vollan 5
6300 Åndalsnes

In our Italian restaurant you get tasty food and the best pizza in town! Enjoy a nice meal in our cozy restaurant, or on the sunny patio. We serve lunch, dinner and coffee.
Piccola Mama Rosa offers a large variety of dishes in an Italian...
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167 reviews
Skitouring in Romsdal - Grand Hotel Bellevue

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Åndalgt. 5
6300 Åndalsnes

Make the perfect carving through untracked powder, inhale the fresh air and feel the adrenaline in the descent. The vast and varied terrain will entice first-time skiers and experts alike. The local ski guides are ready to take your skiing...
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46 reviews
Norsk Tindesenter

Address

Havnegata 2
6300 Åndalsnes

For lovers of outdoor life and Norwegian mountaineering history!
Norsk Tindesenter is a brand-new visitor centre in Åndalsnes, the «capital of mountains» in the heart of Romsdalen Valley. The centre was opened in 2016 and accommodates Norsk...
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134 reviews
Tour de Trollstigen

Address

Aak
6300 Åndalsnes

We will guide you with our electric bikes up the Scenic Route Trollstigen, one of Norway's most famous tourist icons!
Norwegian Scenic Route Trollstigen offers a spectacular cycling experience. With it's 11 hairpin turns that roll up the...
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8 reviews
Climbing with Contrast Adventure

Address

6470 Eresfjord

This is an airy climb just off the road. Guide suitable security along the pre-secured climbing route. You get an introduction to safety use and technique. T We can also add up to the top rope climbing on routes beside, plus everyone gets to try...
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78 reviews
Romsdal museum - Krona

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Per Amdamsvei 4
6412 Molde

Romsdal Folk Museum expanded with new building, - "Krona" (opened 2016).
One of the largest and most comprehensive folk museums in Norway is located only a 10 minutes’ walk from the town centre of Molde. The new building opened in 2016, and...
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3 reviews
Villa Vengetind

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Øvre Åsen
6320 Isfjorden

In our old lodge "Villa Vengetind" we have 12 amazing beds from Wonderland, free high speed Wi-Fi, a nice garden with veranda and the sunset over the mountains, but most important....the kitchen. The great homemade food with both local and...

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5 reviews
Villsaubutikken- farm shop

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c/o Yvonne Edvardsen Røstad
Frostadheia
6570 Smøla

Cosy farm shop located at Smøla. In the shop you may buy s wild sheep effects and local food from Nordmøre and sifferent crafts and pottery. The Villsaubutikken shop is open during the summer on the weekend, and that they have online store for many...
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14 reviews
Tingvollost - open farm shop

Address

Saghaug Gard
6629 Torjulvågen

Visit and taste the worlds best cheeze! In 2016 the blue cheeze, Kraftkar won this prestigious award. Familiy run farm dairy renowned for their award winning white- and blue cheeses made from the farm’s own cow’s milk.
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6 reviews
Setnes Feriesenter

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Setnes
6300 Åndalsnes

Setnes Feriesenter is beautifully situated approximately 1.5km outside the center of Åndalsnes, surrounded by the spectacular Romsdal Mountains, a short distance to the Romsdal Fjord and the famous Rauma river.

The holiday center consists of...

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8 reviews
Contrast Adventure - tailormade activities

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Auragata 3
6600 Sunndalsøra

Contrast Adventure is an adventure and activity company located in Sunndalsøra. We organize trips for all levels, beginners or advanced all over Norway. Nature experience, quality, contrasts, comfort and security is all important for all of our...
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19 reviews
Gripruta - boat to the island of Grip

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Piren
6509 Kristiansund N

The island Grip is one of the most popular attractions of Kristiansund. 14 km north of Kristiansund is the island that until 1964 was the smallest municipality in Norway. The island is currently without a permanent settlement, but the old buildings...
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2 reviews
Fishing at Mittet camping

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Ytre Mittet
6363 Mittet

Get hooked on the fishing adventure in Langfjorden!

The wooden cabins nestled in beautiful surroundings by Langfjorden, invite you to live the simple life, and enjoy the outstanding fishing in the fjord. Langfjorden is known for huge catches...