Besides historic and cultural attractions, unique nature is a true treasure of Alesund. You will have many ways of making your vacation in this Norwegian town more exciting. Try different activities and explore the most picturesque areas of the town and its suburbs. Most tourists visit Fjellstua Viewpoint – this is a popular observation area located on the top of a mountain. Quite a steep stair with more than 400 steps leads to the viewpoint. The stair starts in the main public park of Alesund. Naturally, you need to be physically prepared to get to the top but many tourists make stops on their way to the viewpoint. If you do not want to go up, there is a simpler way to reach Fjellstua – by car. The viewpoint offers a striking view of the fjords and the town. A restaurant works here in summer.
There are many attractive shopping streets and quarters in Alesund but the majority of interesting shops and malls are open in Aspøya. This is the place where you will find original shops … Open
Tourists from all over the world discover Alesund, one of the most beautiful cities in Norway. You may wonder why this city is the most beautiful. This is the result of the survey among … Open
In summer, Alesund offers many interesting activities for divers. There are several wonderful diving sites not far from the coast. For example, Akerendam is a true underwater landmark of the region. This sunken ship was discovered relatively not long ago, and today the old vessel is a magnet for hundreds of divers. Diving in this area is also a great chance to see typical inhabitants of the local waters such as dozens of fish and shellfish species.
It is hard to call Alesund an ideal town for vacationers with children. There are not many amusements for small children here, but tourists with teenage kids can make their stay in this … Open
Local people enjoy relaxing in Byparken i Ålesund, the main public park in the town. The park is relatively not big but it still has lush vegetation. Byparken i Ålesund is a historical park established in 1885. Just like other parts of Alesund, the park suffered much damage during the fire. Local people had to restore it from scratch at the beginning of the 20th century. Today, visitors can see gorgeous century-old trees here. There are also several symbolic monuments in the park.
A devastating fire destroyed almost all historic buildings in Alesund. Nevertheless, the town is considered one of the best destinations for sightseeing in Norway. Alesund is famous for its … Open