Ålesund is a perfect place to explore some of Norway's most popular scenic and cultural attractions. The town is distinctive for its Art Nouveau architecture with its mass of towers, spires and exquisite ornamentation.
The location abounds with fjords, fishing courses, idyllic islands and majestic mountains that invite exploration at close quarters.
Attractions
The Art Nouveau Centre of Norway
This new and fascinating museum tells you all about Ålesund's unique place in Norwegian architectural history.
Devold Museum
The former Devold garment factory in Langevåg houses the Devold Factory Outlet, offering a wide selection of woollen underwear, sweaters and jackets. A museum covers 150 years of Devold's history.
Museum of the Middle Ages
TheMuseum was built on top of an excavation site in the old trading centre. The exhibitions shows finds from archaeological digs.
Atlantic Sea Park
The Atlantic Sea Park is one of Northern Europe's largest aquarium complexes. Built into the mighty coastal formations at Tueneset west of Ålesund, the huge landscape tanks allow visitors to study marine life in the Atlantic Ocean.
More about Ålesund
Transport
Ålesund Airport, Vigra is situated 15 km from the town centre.
Taxi services
Ålesund Taxi, telephone +47 70 10 30 00
Bus/coach services
Ålesund bussruter, telephone +47 70 13 68 00
See the Flybussen website for departure times, stops and prices.