Couple exploring Ålesund harbor with its iconic Art Nouveau architecture and boats. A perfect starting point for Ålesund tours and cruises to discover the surrounding fjords.

Couple enjoying the panoramic view from Aksla viewpoint in Ålesund, Norway. One of the most popular Ålesund excursions offering spectacular views of the Art Nouveau city, archipelago and Sunnmøre Alps.

Skageflå mountain fram -Geirangerfjorden - Geiranger, Norway

Colorful Atlantic puffins nesting on the cliffs of Runde Island near Ålesund, Norway

Fresh Norwegian scallop served in its shell at Bro Restaurant in Ålesund, showcasing local seafood gastronomy

Couple enjoying a drink at a café in Kongens gate, Ålesund. Experience local culture during your Ålesund holiday while surrounded by beautiful Art Nouveau buildings.

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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View of the 7 sisters - Geirangerfjord, Norway

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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A cruise on the world famous Geirangerfjord
Spectacular Trollstigen
The one-of-a-kind Art Nouveau city of Ålesund by the Atlantic
Åndalsnes and Romsdalen, home to mountain sports
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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.

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Top 5 trips to Norway's scenic fjords

Are you planning a visit to Norway's famous fjords? Norway is a country of magnificent fjords, impressive mountains and breathtaking views. It is also a country of vast and varied landscapes, and it can be a challenge to decide what to see, and how to get around. We've gathered 5 unique tours that offer a taste of the very best – from serene fjord landscapes to must-see destinations and activities. Explore the best of Norway with our popular Nutshell tours.

Autumn over Kyllingbru bridge, Rauma Railway , Åndalsnes - Dombås, Norway

The Rauma Railway

The Raumabanen Railway is one of Norway's most beautiful and wild stretches of railway.