Ålesund walking tour & city guide
An Art Nouveau town on the islands.
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Ålesund, spread across several islands on Norway's west coast, was rebuilt in Art Nouveau style after a fire in 1904. Its turrets and pastel facades along the canal make it one of Norway's prettiest towns.
The town
The Brosundet canal is lined with Art Nouveau buildings. The Jugendstilsenteret museum explains the rebuilding. Climb the 418 steps up Mount Aksla for a famous view of the town and the islands.
Fjords
Ålesund is a gateway to the Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO-listed fjord with waterfalls like the Seven Sisters.
Top sights in Ålesund
- 1
Mount Aksla viewpoint
The famous view of the town.
- 2
Brosundet canal
Art Nouveau facades by the water.
- 3
Jugendstilsenteret
The Art Nouveau Centre.
- 4
Atlanterhavsparken
An aquarium by the sea.
- 5
Geirangerfjord
A world-famous fjord.
Food markets & where to eat in Ålesund
Brosundet
Restaurants by the canal.
Harbor
Seafood and fish soup.
Town center cafés
Coffee and pastries.
Food to try in Ålesund
Bacalao
A salt cod stew, an Ålesund specialty.
Klippfisk
Dried and salted cod.
Fresh shrimp
From the harbor.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Ålesund
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