Alesund

 

10 Top Attractions & Things to Do in Ålesund



Ålesund is a port town on the west coast of Norway, at the entrance to the Geirangerfjord.

Alesund is Famous for its magnificently preserved Art Nouveau architecture, the city of Ålesund is one of Norway's most popular tourist destinations. Not only is it blessed with one of those picture-perfect Norwegian settings – it's surrounded by fjords and the high peaks of the Sunnmøre Alps – but it has also benefited from the addition of many new cultural and entertainment attractions.

Explore Art Nouveau Ålesund

The picture-perfect Art Nouveau heart of Ålesund, with its stunning architecture, towers, turrets, and other imaginative ornamentation, really needs to be explored on foot.
Art Nouveau Ålesund




Watch the Boats Come and Go at Ålesund Harbor

Ålesund's harbor lies between the islands of Nørvøy and Aspøy, and is sheltered by the Skansen peninsula.
Ålesund Harbor



Take a Walk around Ålesund's Town Park

hen you're done with all that exploring of Ålesund's spectacular architecture, take a walk up the 418 steps to the top of Mount Aksla for an unforgettable panoramic view of the city below
Ålesund's Town Park



Atlantic Sea-Park

The Atlantic Sea-Park (Atlanterhavsparken) in Ålesund, is a great place to learn about Norway's diverse marine life.

Atlantic Sea-Park



Fjord Cruise in Hjørundfjord

Stretching 32 kilometers south from Ålesund, Hjørundfjord is surrounded by the stunning Sunnmøre Alps mountain range.
Fjord Cruise in Hjørundfjord


the Sunnmøre Museum
One of the top things to do when visiting Ålesund–and by far the best way to learn more about this lovely region of Norway–is to spend time exploring the many interesting museums dotted around the surrounding region
the Sunnmøre Museum



 Runde, the Bird Island

A short distance southwest of Ålesund, on the island of Runde, is the most southerly seabird cliff in Norway
Runde, the Bird Island



Godøy Island and the Alnes Lighthouse

The island of Godøy is a popular excursion that's just a 30-minute drive from Ålesund. 
Godøy Island and the Alnes Lighthouse



Fisheries Museum & Ålesund Museum

also worth a visit when exploring Ålesund, the Fisheries Museum is notable for its fascinating displays relating to the impact and importance of fishing.
Fisheries Museum & Ålesund Museum







 Ivar Aasen Center

The Ivar Aasen Center (Ivar Aasen-tunet) is located on the very farm where the famous poet/playwright/philosopher was born in 1813
Ivar Aasen Center





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