Colorful buildings by a calm harbor with boats, against a backdrop of mountains.

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The fairytale adventure capital of the Fjords

Step into the fairytale-like town of Ålesund where sparkling fjords tower above turrets and ornate facades. Found on a narrow peninsula on the northwest coast, this unique Norwegian port is considered the most beautiful city in Norway.

Lined with art nouveau properties, Ålesund owes its famously elegant architecture to a devastating fire in 1904. Having destroyed the entire city, the streets were rebuilt with Jugendstil design, creating a romantic, ornamental character.

Wander these pretty streets that stretch out to the sea and dine on local seafood before delving into a land of fjords and high peaks for epic adventure. With the jaw-dropping Hjorundfjord and Sunnmore Alps surrounding the city, there is heaps of opportunity to hike, sail and explore this unspoilt natural splendour.

Highlights

Visit the stunning Hjorundfjord

Hike in the Sunnmøre Alps

Climb the 418 steps to the top of Mount Aksla for beautiful panoramic views

Whenever I visit Ålesund I feel like I'm stepping into another world. I recommend taking a walking tour with one of our private guides to admire the Art Nouveau architecture and antique shops adorning the cobbled streets.

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Kate Herz

Senior Travel Designer

Why book with Jacada?

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Personalised design

We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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Where to go

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Bergen

Bergen is a truly beautiful little city. Surrounded by seven mountains, seven fjords, pine forests and icy waters. Colourful houses form the UNESCO heritage site of Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf with galleries and some of Norway's best restaurants.

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Kirkenes

A tiny frontier town with fascinating culture. It’s as far east as you get in Europe, past Saint Petersburg and Cairo and just 15 kilometres from the Russian border. Norwegian, Russian, Sami and Finnish cultures are present in markets, museums and everyday life.

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Lyngen Alps

Massive white peaks give way to gentle slopes and pretty lakes with the promise of exciting adventures. Lyngseidet, the main town, has a village feel with brightly coloured houses and shops to explore.

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Norwegian cruises

So many of Norway’s highlights are on its massive expanse of winding coastline; islands, fjords, glaciers, fishing villages and port towns. Not only are Norwegian Cruises an exciting way to take in the scenery, they’re the perfect way to navigate the country.

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Norwegian Fjords

Sail along Norway's neverending coastline where thousands of ice-age fjords will take your breath away. Sognefjord, Hardangerfjord and Nærøyfjord are the most well known, however, even the smaller lesser known fjords are truly spectacular.

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Norwegian Lapland

Norwegian Lapland, or Finnmark, is the home of Sami culture. Glide through snowy landscapes on husky-led sledges or kayak along azure rivers on action-packed adventures.

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Oslo

Oslo is Norway's capital and cultural hub. This viking city is steeped in fascinating history, which can be explored on foot. Visit the harbours, museums, galleries, bars and restaurants that make up the eclectic and energetic atmosphere.

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The Lofoten Islands

Distinctive

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The Svalbard Islands

Halfway towards the North Pole, a frozen archipelago is waiting to be discovered. Almost half the landmass of the Svalbard Islands is covered by icy glaciers, an intense natural spectacle protected by 7 national parks and 23 nature reserves.

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Tromso

Bustling, yet remote, set on its own island connected to the mainland by bridges - there’s a special magic about the city of Tromso. The last outpost before the arctic and a place rich with history and culture.

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When to visit

Norway is spectacular year-round. In summer, animals and fauna thrive during the long stretch of constant light and it’s the best time for exploring fjords and glaciers, kayaking and trekking. The polar winter night means that the Northern Lights are bright and the freezing conditions are great for snowmobiling, skiing, husky sledding and visiting ice caves.

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Wildlife

February - October

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Boating

March - June

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Northern Lights

September - April

Best time to visit Norway

Best time to visit Norway

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Plan your trip to Ålesund

Whatever you want from your adventure in Ålesund, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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