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Trollstigen

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

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Romsdalsstigen Via Ferrata West Wall (7hr)

Address

Havnegata 2
6300 Åndalsnes

Via Ferrata climbing offers a spectacular and safe way of experiencing Romsdalen from above. Using a network of steel cables, ladders and aids, now almost everybody can enjoy climbing and the spectacular view it brings. You don't need previous...
Romsdalsstigen Via Ferrata Intro Wall (3hr)

Address

Havnegata 2
6300 Åndalsnes

Via Ferrata climbing offers a spectacular and safe way of experiencing Romsdalen from above. Using a network of steel cables, ladders and aids, now almost everybody can enjoy climbing and the spectacular view it brings. You don't need previous...
Gripruta - boat to the island of Grip

Address

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...
Norsk Flid Kristiansund - Norwegian arts and crafts

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Hauggata 15
6509 Kristiansund N

Norsk Flid or better known as Husfliden, is a well-known store and is specialist in folk costume, yarn, garments, wooden items and gifts. They are known for good quality products and local goods. Norsk Flid is a popular store for quality souvenirs....
Tractor Safari - Visit Waterfalls

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Fjellgarsdvegen 2
6613 Gjøra

Guided tractor safari to the waterfalls Åmotan
This is a 3 hours round trip with local food and drink . We go by tractor and then a hike to the lookout/photo point at the waterfall at Åmotan/Lindalsfallet.
On our tour we`ll have a short...
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...
Guided kayac tour with Smøla Kayac

Address

Steinsøysundet
6570 Smøla

Kayak tour and local food
This is a four hours guided tour of the archipelago around the fishing village of Veiholmen. The area is very sheltered with small channels and numerous inlets and reefs. The big waves are not far away, but at a safe...
Smøla Kayak

Address

Steinsøysundet
6570 Smøla

Smøla kajakk offers rental, courses and guided trips in a archipelago with countless little islands. In Smøla's archipelago there is very little boat traffic, so you can enjoy the tranquility of nature. You can choose to stay out on one of the...
Hopen Brygge Hotel

Address

Hopen
6570 Smøla

Here, outermost on the coastline, you will find an excellent view at the ocean.
5 double rooms of hotel standard with 2 beds.
4 flats with one bedroom(2 beds)
2 flats with two bedrooms(4 beds)
Total beds: 26. With extra beds: 38...

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Roundtrip by bus - Kristiansund-Kristiansund-Edøya-Veiholmen-Kristiansund

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Fosnagata 12
6509 Kristiansund N

Travel like the locals!
The first part of this round trip goes from Kristiansund by bus to Seivika and onboard the ferry to Tømmervåg on the island of Tustna. The bus continues across Tustna to Sandvika ferry harbor. At Sandvika you leave the...
Molde

Address

Torget 4
6413 Molde

Molde (24.000 inhabitants) is a busy industry and trading centre, in addition to being the episcopate and the administrative centre for the county of Møre og Romsdal. The "Town of Roses" also has various educational facilities as well as offering...
Molde Adventure Center - guided citywalk

Address

Torget 2
6413 Molde

WE KNOW THE PLACES, AND WE WILL SHOW THEM TO YOU!
This summer Molde Adventure Centre offers two CITY WALKS that will give you a better understanding of this little Westcoast town. Choose between a guided trip to the ROMSDAL MUSEUM or the famous...
City walk in Molde

Address

Torget 4
6413 Molde

Form Molde harbour you enter directly into the center of Molde where you easily may walk to the attractions of the town
The Romsdal Museum in Molde

Address

Per Amdamsvei 4
6412 Molde

One of the largest and most comprehensive folk museums in Norway is located only a 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of Molde town. The Romsdal Museum was established in 1912 and portrays buildings and interesting interiors from the whole region. The...
Round trip Åndalsnes - Molde (one way)

Address

Jernbanestasjonen
6300 Åndalsnes

This trip takes you from Åndalsnes to Molde and is a great option if you arrive at Åndalsnes by train and want to go on to Molde. You may also take a day trip from Åndalsnes to Molde and back to Åndalsnes. If you want to do this, you must also buy a...
Romsdal museum - Krona

Address

Per Amdamsvei 4
6412 Molde

Romsdal Folk Museum expanded with new building

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 houses local art,...
Spiret Spiseri - Cafè and restaurant at Tindesenteret

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Havnegata 2
6300 Åndalsnes

Spiret Spiseri - Cafe and Restaurant
The cafe and restaurant at the Norwegian Mountaineering Centre accomodates 100 people inside, with additional seats outside, directly on the waterfront. Enjoy the great view of the Romsdalfjord and...
Spiseriet Soltinn- restaurant

Address

Øran Øst
6300 Åndalsnes

The restaurant Spiseriet Soltinn is located at the Rauma Cnter and serves home-made food, coffee menu, sandwiches, light dishes and dinner. Nice atmosphere and great view.
Midsundtrappene

Address

6475 Midsund

Hke the stairs in Midsund! Sherpas from Nebal have been working on this stone stairs, and this work is worth the trip alone. And of course a fantastic view to mountains, fjord and ocean.
Steep terrain, but with the stairs this hike makes it...
Hike the Romsdalseggen ridge

Address

Jernbanestasjonen
6300 Åndalsnes

The most beautiful hike in Norway! The trip across the Romsdalseggen ridge is to be found in the middle of the most stunning mountain area of Norway! Up on the ridge you have a fantastic viewing arena with views over the Romsdal mountains, with the...