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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.

Norwegian Scenic Routes – 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.  
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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! 
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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 vy.no  
Bus Frammr.no  (in Norwegian)
Boat Kystekspressen.no   (Trondheim - Kristiansund, in Norwegian)
Hurtigruten (Coastal steamer) Hurtigruten.com
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Stage dolls - på kulturfabrikken unplugged julekonsert stage dolls - på kulturfabrikken 19:00

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Hollendergata 11
6509 Kristiansund N

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STEINAR RAKNES «On The Road» // SYD

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Fjordgata 3
6413 Molde

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17 Dec 2020Open 20:30 - 22:00SYD vin & matbar
Julekonsert med Ensemble Dali i Kirkelandet kirke

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Konsul Johnsens gate 29, Kristiansund, Norge
6508 Kristiansund N

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12 Dec 2020Open 18:00 - 19:30Kirkelandet kirke
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12 Dec 2020Open 15:00 - 16:30Kirkelandet kirke
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Toppturpakke i Romsdalen - 4 dager

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Åndalgt. 5
6300 Åndalsnes
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Alpine Ski touring

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Auragata 4
6600 Sunndalsøra

This is the ultimate adventure for those with some experience in skiing and mountaineering and ready to explore new territories under safe conditions. The mountains around the fjord of Sunndal is one of Norway`s best areas for spring skiing. The…
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23 reviews
SKI Atlanterhavsfjella

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Årønes Gård
6421 Molde

We recommend five different options for self-guided bike tours that have various difficulty levels to meet your expectations and needs. All of these tours lead you to the fascinating Norwegian nature and remarkable landscapes that makes Molde a…
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28 reviews
Deep sea rafting with Smøla Naturopplevelser

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Veiholmen indre havn
6570 Smøla

Join in on a rafting trip in the fierce waters surrounding Smøla! Here you can experience speed, excitement, and a fantastic nature, all at the same time. This is a trip where you will explore both deep seas and narrow straits!
How does a sea…
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10 reviews
Aukra Hotell

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Falkhytten
6480 Aukra

Aukra Hotel is a small hotel with 19 rooms on the island of Gossen west of Molde. We are located near the town hall at Falkhytten, and is the closest hotel to the Ormen Lange onshore plant and shipyard STX Aukra. If you love biking, hiking or…

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Aukra Hotell

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Falkhytten
6480 Aukra

The only hotel on the island Gossen. 19 rooms, own restaurant, all rights. Dish of the day and a big selection of tasty norwegian dishes. Catering. Dance and entertainment. Renting of rooms for celebrations and meetings.
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Håholmen Havstuer - by Classic Norway

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Atlanterhavsveien
6530 Averøy

Håholmen, a former fishing community worthy of presevation in the Hustadvika bay, has served as a meeting place, harbour, home and workplace for fishermen, sailors, shopkeepers and travellers for hundreds of years. Håholmen has been a stockfish…

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Håholmen Havstuer -Silver Bell pub

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Kårvåg
6530 Averøy

10 min with viking ship from the Atlantic Road.
49 rooms - 100 beds - Pub
Good fish restaurant -
Sail- and fishing tour by boat from Håholmen
Ytterbrygga Restaurant: 100 persons
Silver Bell Kro: 100 persons
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Hustadvika Gjestegård - by Classic Norway

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Storholmen
6444 Farstad

Welcome to the ocean's next-door neighbour! With the wild Hustadvika coastline as it's nearest neigbour Hustadvika Gjestegård is centrally situated in Møre og Romsdal (county). Hustadvika Gjestegård is well equipped. We have 14 cabins for rent, and…

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Restaurant Hustadvika Gjestegård

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Storholmen
6444 Farstad

Welcome to the big ocean's closest neighbour! 40 min. from Molde - between Bud and the Atlantic Road. Social events: The perfect place, accomodation at reasonable prices, all types of arrangements Conferance centre: Newly built hotel rooms, relax…
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Bryggjen i Bud - Havhusa

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Vikaveien
6430 Bud

Welcome to our two "rorbu", renovated fisherman's cabins/wharfside houses in the fishing village of Bud. We offer accommodation in high-standard houses, each 90 m2 and comprising 3 double bedrooms each with en-suite shower/WC, a shared living room…

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Restaurant "Bryggjen i Bud"

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Vikaveien
6430 Bud

Bryggen in Bud is a restaurant that mainly use raw materials from the sea, but also serves traditional norwegian meat dishes.The restaurant is located on the oceanfront in the fishingvillage Bud, with good views of the harbor and the ocean. In close…
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5 reviews
Eventyrlige Skaret - Skarstua

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Skaret
6422 Molde

Skarstua is located by the RV 64 road, 10 km from Molde in the direction Elnesvågen and Eide. We are located in a popular recreational area which is used for both hiking and skiing. We have cabins with hotel facilities and huts built on old…

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Eventyrlige Skaret - Skarstua

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Skaret
6422 Molde

Food experiences!
Our kitchen is widely known for its traditional food. To eat at Skarstua is supposed to be an experience. We conjure up everything from simple home fare to abounding tables. If you wish to be served in a more rough environment, a…
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Nature path Lake Skarvatnet (212 M.A.S.)

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Skaret
6422 Molde

The region's most popular recreation area all year round, 12 km from Molde on the RV 64 road. Good walking trails, running tracks, orienteering, fishing, canoe paddling and children's play area.Rowing boats, canoes and fishing tackle can be hired…
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4 reviews
Try pony riding at Eventyrlige Skaret

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Skaret
6422 Molde

At Skaret you can visit horses, goats, wild sheep and rabbits throughout the summer. You can book a horse-drawn carriage/sleigh ride all year. There is also a children’s playground.
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21 reviews
Bud Camping

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6430 Bud

We welcome you to a relaxing stay at our beautiful campsite. Here you can stay peacefully in high standard cabins suited for 6 to 8 pers (two bedrooms) or in campingcabins suited for 2 to 4 pers. Here you also can stay with campingwagon or caravan…

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