The city of Ålesund, Norway - Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic Life/Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre
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The city of Ålesund, Norway

Ålesund and Sunnmøre

Ålesund is known for its architecture in art nouveau style, and its surrounding fjords and Sunnmøre alps.
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Getting here and around

Ålesund is accessible by air, land and sea. There are express boats in virtually all directions.
Interest:  Transportation

Where to stay

Spend one night in a historic hotel and the next in a fishermen's cabin.
Interest:  Where to stay

Scenic attractions

Scenic attractions flourish on the islands of Godøy and Runde. In Ålesund you can visit the Atlantic Sea Park or the viewpoint Fjellstua.
Interest:  Nature attractions, Buildings & Monuments, Fjords & Mountains

What to do

Go on a bird safari at the Runde island or try hiking in the Sunnmøre Alps.
Interest:  Hiking, Biking, Fishing, Safari, Water activites, 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

Food

Buy shrimps from a local fisherman on the wharf, enjoy a delicious meal in a restaurant or visit the local bakery – enjoy your meal!
Interest:  Food traditions

Tour suggestions

Use Ålesund as a starting point to explore the Geirangerfjord or the Trollstigen road.
Interest:  Tour suggestions, Fjords & Mountains

About Ålesund and Sunnmøre

Key facts

Ålesund is the largest municipality with 40,000 inhabitants.

Tourist information

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Interest:  Tourist information

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.
Interest:  Mountains

Fjord Magic

Experience the UNESCO protected Geiranger area, the Trollstigen Road and the towns of Ålesund and Molde in just one day. Or use up to a week.
Interest:  Tours & Safaris, Fjords & Mountains

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