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Ålesund and Sunnmøre

The city of Ålesund is known for its architecture in Art Nouveau style, its surrounding fjords and the high peaks of the Sunnmøre Alps.
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Getting here and around

Ålesund and Sunnmøre is easy to get to by air, sea and land. Ålesund is the regional traffic hub with connections to the whole Sunnmøre region.
Interest: Transportation

Where to stay

Spend one night at the historic Hotel Union Øye near the Hjørundfjord, and the next in a cabin beside the Austefjord.
Interest: Where to stay

Scenic attractions

The most popular attractions in the area are the Geirangerfjord, the bird island of Runde, Ålesund's Art Nouveau architecture and Alnes Lighthouse.
Interest: Nature attractions, Buildings & Monuments, Fjords & Mountains

What to do

Go on a bird safari on the island of Runde, try hiking in the Sunnmøre Alps and visit one of the many annual festivals.
Interest: Hiking, Biking, Fishing, Safari, Water activites, Fjords & Mountains

Hiking

The Sunnmøre Alps consist of some 30 mountains offering good hiking with fjord views. The Runde Island offers easy hiking and birdwatching.
Interest: Hiking, Tour suggestions, Fjords & Mountains

Tour suggestions

Use Ålesund as a starting point to explore the Geirangerfjord, the Hjørundfjord, and the scenic coastline with its flurishing wildlife.
Interest: Tour suggestions, Fjords & Mountains

Winter

The area offers skiing with a fjord view. Sunnmøre's fjords and mountains are a perfect backdrop to unique and family-friendly winter adventures.
Interest: Skiing, Fjords & Mountains

Shopping

There are shopping centres in Ålesund city centre, and smaller shops with local goods in Volda and other smaller villages.
Interest: Shopping

Dining

Buy shrimps from a local fisherman down at the quayside in Ålesund, enjoy a delicious meal in a restaurant or visit the local bakery.
Interest: Food traditions

About Ålesund and Sunnmøre

Tourist information

The Tourist Information Office in Ålesund is situated at Skateflukaia, right in the town centre.

Key facts

Ålesund has around 40,000 inhabitants. It is the largest town in Sunnmøre, a region known for fishing, maritime technology and furniture production.

Key facts

The area's unique natural surroundings were created during the last ice age, when glaciers carved out deep fjords and shaped the high mountains.

Tourist information

Visit one of the tourist information offices for updated information on accommodation, public transport, hiking and activities.

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Sunnmørsalpene

Majestic peaks and a rugged alpine massif distinguish Sunnmørsalpene from other mountain areas in Norway. Off-piste skiing is at its best here.
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Ålesund and Sunnmøre

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Where to stay in Ålesund and Sunnmøre Where to stay
What to do in Ålesund and Sunnmøre What to do
Attractions in Ålesund and Sunnmøre Scenic attractions
Getting to Ålesund and Sunnmøre and around Getting here and around
Tour suggestions in Ålesund and Sunnmøre Tour suggestions
Tourist information in Ålesund and Sunnmøre Tourist information
Key facts about Ålesund and Sunnmøre Key facts
Shopping in Ålesund and Sunnmøre Shopping
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Hiking in Ålesund and Sunnmøre Hiking

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