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Klatrer nyter utsikten i Ålesund Via Ferrata
© Ålesund Via Ferrata
Day trips in Ålesund

Playgrounds and fun family activities in the town centre

Fun, fresh air, and excitement! Older children can do the via ferrata to mount Aksla while younger children can enjoy the playground nearby. Alternatively, walk together up the 418 steps to Fjellstua, or jump into the pools or slides at Bybadet water park.

Ålesund town

Slightly active

4 hours

1

Via ferrata in the city centre

A new way to experience the great views of Ålesund. A great introduction to via ferrata and get a bird's-eye view of the Art Nouveau town.

Open until 18:00
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Ålesund Via Ferrata
© Simon Sjøkvist
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418 stair steps

For those who find the via ferrata a little tough, you can also climb the stairs to the Aksla mountain. 418 steps with several viewpoints along the way.

To personer som går opp trapper og som ser på utsikten over Ålesund by.
© Arnfinn Tønnesen
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Fjellstua 418, restaurant with a view

What could be better than a delicious lunch with a spectacular view? Fjellstua offers sandwiches, hot dishes, cakes and ice cream.

Open until 17:00
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Nyt isen på terrassen
© Fjellstua
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Vannspringdalen valley

The town mountain Aksla offers great hiking trails, exercise opportunities and fun. If you walk up the stairs, you can, for example, return to the city centre by walking down Vannspringdalen valley. Look out for signs showing the way.

Utsikt fra Aksla over Ålesund
© Fjord Norway / Visit Norway
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Bybadet water park

Perhaps you're also tempted by the wet element? Then we recommend Bybadet water park and indoor water activities in lovely temperatures.

Open until 21:00
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© Bybadet
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The playground by the city park

For the little ones, it's important to play. At the town park you will find a large playground with plenty of space.

© Marit Brunstad
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Take a break at Kulturhuset culture center

The culture centre is a great place to take a break and meet locals and other visitors to the city.