The Trollstigen Mountain Road twists through 11 hairpin bends as it climbs up to Stigrøra (858 metres above sea level). In some places it is cut into the mountain; in others it is built on top of stone walls.
An impressive bridge in natural stone carries it across the Stigfossen Waterfall. The road is closed in the winter and normally opens in late May or early June. The mountains which encircle the Trollstigen Mountain Road, which lies in the heart of Romsdal, are impressive.
Climb the famous big wall Trollveggen or try reaching the top of Romsdalshorn. The Romsdal area is regarded as a Mecca for hiking, climbing and skiing.
On the Atlantic Road, you can drive across bridges and rock-filles from island to island right out at the ocean’s edge. It is easy to park your car in one of the many lay-bys and walk a few metres to the smooth coastal rocks and some excellent fishing spots. A stone's throw or two to the west the shipping lane crosses the notorious waters of Hustadvika, conceal innumerable wrecks. This is also where you find the idyllic fishing villages of Ona, Bjørnsund, Bud and Håholmen.
Explore Eikesdalen Valley with its dramatic nature and the Mardalsfossen Waterfall that cascades 297 metres down into the valley, making it the fourth highest waterfall in the world (the whole waterfall is 655 metres). The waterfall is an impressive sight in the period when the water is released by the hydroelectricity company - from 20 June to 20 August each year. The walk up to the waterfall takes about 45 minutes.
The scenic Aursjøvegen Road goes over to the Sunndalsøra Valley, and is an incredible drive.