Ålesund Via Ferrata
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Urban climbing adventure!
- Climb Norway's only urban via ferrata from Ålesund city park to Aksla summit
- Enjoy spectacular views of the city, mountains, and surrounding islands during your climb
- All safety equipment and expert guidance included for this 1-hour adventure
Starting point
Ålesund
Duration
1 hr
Season
1 July - 1 September
Tour Description
Your adventure begins in Ålesund city park, where you'll step off the grass and onto the rock face for an unforgettable climb to Aksla mountain's summit. Halfway up, threre´s built a spacious viewing platform where you can rest and take in sweeping views of Art Nouveau Ålesund, the surrounding peaks, and the islands dotting the sea below. The route continues up the steep rock face, ending near the famous Fjellstua restaurant and viewpoint.
After your climb, you'll have experienced something unique - the only via ferrata in the heart of a city. You'll take away great photos, a sense of achievement, and memories of seeing Ålesund from a perspective few visitors ever experience.
Welcome to the via ferrata in the heart of Ålesund!
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