Sightseeing in Alesund - what to see. Complete travel guide
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 residents of this Nordic country. Alesund is built on the islands – there are seven of them in total. All of the islands are situated in the Atlantic Ocean. Alesund is a town that definitely deserves a visit because the history of this settlement is unique. It is another proof of a famous saying that “every cloud has a silver lining”.
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
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 … Open
During your stay in this beautiful town, don’t forget to visit the local museum that tells more about the history of this region. Besides that, there are many interesting exhibits that tell more about first settlers in the town, the fire, and the revival. Visitors can see with their own eyes how the city was rebuilt after the unequal battle with the blaze.
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
In order to get acquainted with the underwater world of the region, consider visiting the local oceanarium, Atlantic. The underwater creatures are so close to people that it feels like it is easy to stretch an arm and grab them. Besides this, there are families of penguins who not only make funny poses but also entertain visitors with their funny behavior. The oceanarium's staff feeds animals right in front of visitors. The biggest fish species live in a separate aquarium. Surprisingly, inhabitants of this water center are not afraid of people and take food right from their hands.
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
It is possible to reach Alesund by airplane. There is an airport in the area that is situated approximately 20 minutes by car from the center of the town. It is also possible to reach the town from Oslo by bus. The bus connecting these two settlements goes twice a day. However, the journey won’t be very fast – it takes approximately 10 hours to reach Alesund from Oslo by bus. There is one more way to get to the town two times a day – the water one. Hurtigruten has ferries that go to the north and to the south. Ferries going in both of these directions make a stop in Alesund.
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National and city parks around Alesund
♥ World Heritage Site 'West Norwegian Fjords – Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord' , 63.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Jostedalsbreen' , 101.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'West Norwegian Fjords – Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord' , 63.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Jostedalsbreen' , 101.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Alesund from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
De Syv Sostrene
From the series “Most Fanciful Waterfalls of the Planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Alesund center - 63.2 km.
It is noteworthy, that opposite the Seven Sisters waterfall there is another single waterfall, Friaren, the name of which can be translated from Norwegian as 'a groom'. Tourists who want to see the waterfall in all its glory should visit it in May or June when glaciers begin to melt in the mountains. Although the waterfall freezes in winter, it doesn’t become less attractive. In winter scenic places are visited by mountain climbers, for whom the frozen waterfall serves as an ideal route for climbing. An excursion to the waterfall will not only allow you to enjoy the beauty of idyllic landscapes, but also significantly expands knowledge related to the national culture of Norway. …
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