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Ålesund

Aksla Viewpoint

Aksla Viewpoint Photo: Alfred Lüpke/Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre
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Aksla Viewpoint Photo: Alfred Lüpke/Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre
Aksla Viewpoint Photo: Alfred Lüpke/Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre

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In Ålesund you can visit the Town Mountain and viewpoint Aksla. From this location there is a panoramic view of the archipelago, the beautiful town centre, and the amazing Sunnmøre Alps. Walk the 418 steps up from the Town Park, go by car or take the City Train up to Fjellstua.

Fjellstua, which is situated at the top, has got an outdoor restaurant, café, and a platform to enjoy the view. To go up to Aksla you can either take the 418 steps that go up from the Town Park or you can drive Borgundfjordveien/Fjelltunveien all the way up.

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Last updated: 04/11/2011 Source: Geirangerfjord - Ålesund & Sunnmøre
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Getting to Ålesund and Sunnmøre and around

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

What to eat in the Geirangerfjord area and Trollstigen

Try a local speciality; goat’s milk caramel from Herdalssetra or strawberry cake from Valldal.

What to do in the areas of the Geirangerfjord and Trollstigen

Try rafting, go for a hike in the mountains, or enjoy a sightseeing trip on the Geirangerfjord.

Shopping in Ålesund and Sunnmøre

Would you like to bring a piece of Ålesund & Sunnmøre back home? Shopping centres, small boutiques and shops offer unique gifts, arts and souvenirs.

Key facts about the area of the Geirangerfjord and Trollstigen

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

What to do in Ålesund and Sunnmøre

Go on a bird safari on the island of Runde, try hiking in the Sunnmøre Alps, or check out one of the many annual festivals in the Ålesund area.

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