E-bike and Hike Ålesund

Ålesund

Bike through Ålesund, hike in the forest and get rewarded with a panoramic view over Sunnmøre

Art Nouveau Kayak Tour

Experience the art nouveau city of Ålesund from a different angle

Active adventures in Ålesund

Mount Saksa Hiking Adventure

Stranda

A guided hike to the scenic Mount Saksa in the Sunnmøre Alps

Hiking in Ålesund and the Sunnmøre Alps

Kenneth  Kiesnoski

10 Reasons to visit Ålesund

Danai Christopoulou

6 photo friendly spots in Ålesund

Aliki Seferou

What Ålesund is most famous for

Robyn Roste

Why you need to explore the Sunnmøre Alps

Why you should try Via Ferrata in Norway

Did you know this about Romsdalseggen?

Tips and Inspiration

Fjord Kayak Safari in Valldal

Valldal

Kayaking tour in the Nordalsfjord and the UNESCO-listed Tafjord

Canyoning at Gudbrandsjuvet

Follow an exciting and challenging course through Gudbrands Canyon outside Valldal

Explore Valldal - the adventure valley

Fjord Kayak Hjørundfjorden

By kayak explore the beautiful Hjørundfjord surrounded by the peaks of the Sunnmøre Alp

Fjord kayak adventures

Architecture. Attractions. Arts and events. Appetizing eats. And even Alps. <a href="https://gofjords.com/inspiration/norway/Why-you-need-to-explore-sunnmore-alps.NrHTXzQCZdS9h2FXIvhw">The Sunnmøre Alps</a>, that is, soaring up to 2,000 m (6,560 ft) above the fjords.Speaking of fjords, Ålesund is the gateway to Geirangerfjord, the crown jewel of them all. Winding for 15 km (9 mi) through some of the steepest mountain scenery in Norway, this must-see UNESCO World Heritage Site is lined with spectacular waterfalls, abandoned farmsteads and unspoiled scenery.&nbsp;Fjord cruises, fishing trawlers and coastal ferries and ships all call at this busy port, but Ålesund is more than an embarkation point. Spread across seven islands at the mouth of the Storfjord, the town — most famous for its century-old <a href="https://gofjords.com/inspiration/norway/Why-you-need-to-explore-sunnmore-alps.NrHTXzQCZdS9h2FXIvhw">Art Nouveau</a> architecture — offers plenty of reasons to stay put.&nbsp;<a href="https://gofjords.com/inspiration/norway/what-alesund-is-most-famous-for.lFLagq0eRpHyTi5yDPzX">Ålesund</a> rose from the ashes of a devastating 1904 fire that flattened its core. Reconstruction resulted in one of Europe’s best urban treasure troves of Art Nouveau, or Jugendstil architecture. Wander the streets soaking in the streetscape of this eminently walkable town, popping into shops on trendy Moloveien for unique finds and harbour eateries for a hearty fish soup or other seafood treat.Feel like more walking? Head up Mount Aksla to the Fjellstua Viewpoint for fantastic views — and Instagram gold — over Ålesund. Other hiking hotspots include <a href="https://gofjords.com/inspiration/norway/what-alesund-is-most-famous-for.lFLagq0eRpHyTi5yDPzX">Mount Sukkertoppen</a> and Mount Saksa, where you’ll spot those Alps and all their skiing and fishing fun.&nbsp;Or take a bus or ferry to Godøya, for walks up the island’s 497 m (1,631 ft) hill or — more modestly — the 145-year-old <a href="https://gofjords.com/inspiration/norway/6-photo-friendly-spots-in-alesund.cVG6TGKEAD1X8O8JKJuy">Alnes Lighthouse</a>.Welcome to Ålesund — Å is for Åwesome.

From fjords to alps, art nouveau architecture and urban life, Ålesund is a popular destination for a reason. Find and book things to do in Ålesund.