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Ålesund – Art Nouveau pearl by the Norwegian fjords
Where colorful architecture meets dramatic fjords, creating Norway's most distinctive coastal experience.
A city reborn in Art Nouveau
Stroll through streets lined with turquoise spires and ornate facades, the legacy of Ålesund's remarkable rebirth after the devastating 1904 fire.
Breathtaking panoramas at Aksla
Climb the 418 steps to Fjellstua for Ålesund's most spectacular vista – islands, mountains, and fjords stretching to the horizon.
Gateway to the UNESCO Geirangerfjord
Set sail from Ålesund to the spectacular UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, where towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls create nature's perfect masterpiece.
Wildlife and adventure on your doorstep
Meet the charming puffins of Runde Island, just a boat trip away from Ålesund, or paddle crystal fjord waters on an unforgettable kayaking adventure.
Taste the flavors of coastal Norway
Savor the ocean's finest treasures – from delicate scallops to traditional klippfisk – at restaurants among Art Nouveau gems.
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Top things to do in Ålesund
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Experience more with UNESCO Geirangerfjord in a Nutshell™
This world-famous fjord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and on many people's bucket list. The tour includes some of the finest nature in Norway. Discover the Romsdal Alps and the tight bends on Trollstigen, 'The Troll Road'. The tour includes a boat trip to beautiful Geiranger and Geirangerfjord – the crown jewel of the Norwegian fjords.
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How Ålesund, Norway became an architectural icon
Did you know that Norway is one of the more interesting places to experience modern and contemporary architecture? In addition to the gorgeous natural environments, making fjords and mountains unmissable elements of a trip to Norway, there is the lesser known attraction of its architectural history.
The Geirangerfjord
The Geirangerfjord is one of Norway's most visited tourist sites and has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, along with the Nærøyfjord, since 2005.
The Rauma Railway
The Raumabanen Railway is one of Norway's most beautiful and wild stretches of railway.
The Hjørundfjord
Discover the spectacular Hjørundfjord on an authentic Norwegian fjord cruise from Ålesund, where dramatic Sunnmøre Alps meet pristine waters away from tourist crowds.