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Couple enjoying the view of Ålesund from Aksla viewpoint
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Day trips in Ålesund

Discover Ålesund in half a day

Do you only have a few hours available in Ålesund and want to make the most of them? Here are some recommendations.

Ålesund town

Calm

4 hours

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Bytoget city train in Ålesund

70 minutes of sightseeing where you can see some of the highlights of Ålesund, including a stop at the town mountain Aksla. Enjoy the view and catch the highlights in a relaxing way.

© Bytoget
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The Fisheries Museum in Ålesund

A visit to the Fisheries Museum next to Molja lighthouse is a journey through the history of fishing. From traditional fishing methods to modern high-tech vessels. On the way to the museum, you will also pass the Art Nouveau Centre and KUBE. The museums offer a combined ticket.

Closed
Closed for the season
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© Kristin Støylen
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Byparken city park at the foot of Mount Aksla

From the Fisheries Museum, you can walk to the green oasis of Byparken. Here, you will find the statue of the Viking chieftain Rollon. During the summer, the Parken Culture house is also open on certain days with various activities. The park is also the starting point for the 418 steps up to mount Aksla.

© Marit Brunstad
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Monument of the World War II North Sea Traffic

Continue down through the pedestrian street to Skateflukaia, to the monument commemorating the 320 persons who lost their lives during the migration to England during World War II.

© Iselin Francesca Flem
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The tourist office in Ålesund

Feel free to stop by the tourist information office for more details if you plan to stay longer, want to book an excursion, or need help planning your next trip.

Open until 16:00
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