Top Alesund Outdoor Activities

Journey from Norway’s fjords into the mystical heart of troll country on this full-day shore excursion from Alesund. Drive along the spectacular fjords, stopping to visit the village of Sjøholt, the strawberry-growing town of Valldal and the Gudbrandsjuvet gorge. Then enjoy incredible views of the Stigfossen waterfall and the King, Queen and Bishop Mountains from the Trollstigen plateau, and hear stories about Norway’s mythical trolls as you zigzag down the hair-raisingly steep Troll Road (Trollstigen). See the Trollveggen (Troll Wall), the highest vertical rock face in Europe, before traveling back to Alesund.

Get a different view of the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund that is possible on most sightseeing tours. This small-group kayaking tour introduces you to the top attractions and important information about the area, such as why Ålesund is built in the Jugend style. Make lots of photo stops along the way.

Get to know Alesund's cultural and natural highlights on this half-day shore excursion. Visit the enchanting island of Giske, climb to the top of Alnes Lighthouse on the island of Godoy, and visit the open-air Sunnmore Museum, where you learn about life in Norway over the centuries and see a collection of many different boats. Then, take in panoramic views from the top of Mt. Aksla before heading back into Alesund's city center to admire the art nouveau architecture.

Explore Alesund at your own pace with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket. Set your own itinerary and spend as little or as much time as you wish at each of the tour stops, which include Alesund Church, Aksla Viewpoint, and Sunnmore Museum. Or, if you prefer, simply stay on board and complete the full tour taking in the views. While traveling, listen to informative commentary via the audio guide.

Appreciating Ålesund’s unique architecture and history can be tricky on a self-led excursion. Discover the city’s highlights on a walking tour, and tick off top attractions including the Art Nouveau town center, the Hellebroa bridge, and the scenic town park. Stroll the streets with a guide for intimate insight into the town’s ancient past and modern culture, and take advantage of flexible departure times to explore at a time that suits you.

Grab your camera and set out to admire Norway’s Art Nouveau city on this 3-hour Ålesund shore excursion. Stroll through the city center and snap photos of the colorful buildings and explore the islands of Nørvøy and Aspøy. Learn more about the city’s unique architectural style and the town's history, including the 1904 fire, with a visit to the Jugendstil Senter (Art Nouveau Center). All entrance fees are included.

If you want to see the real Norway then this cruise allows you to see one of the most beautiful stretches of water anywhere in the world. Combining a cruise and free time in the stunning village of Oye this is a great half day trip.

Step back in time and travel the old fashioned way—albeit in a modern catamaran. This cruise connects ocean to fjord, traveling from the coastal town of Ålesund to the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, taking in three distinctive fjords and even more spectacular landscapes along the way, including The Seven Sister and The Suitor waterfalls.

The Yoga & Hiking retreat offers you a unique experience of hiking and yoga. You can visit some of the world's most scenic hiking destinations and the idyllic nature of Norway, with its fjords, beautiful waterfalls, majestic mountains, and breathtaking views will leave you feeling awe. This active retreat is an excellent way to revitalize yourself and return to your daily life feeling fresh and ready to take on new challenges. Guided hiking tours are every day different. We will walk 5-8 km, elevation 400-700 m.a.s.l. with slow pace and breaks. The daily yoga you do during the retreat provides a good start for the day and helps you regenerate from the physical challenges of the hikes. This helps you stay fit and will make you return home completely relaxed after your hiking and yoga holiday. After this week, you will have experienced fantastic hiking trails, improved your yoga skills and met like-minded people.

We are the area biggest activity center, providing clients from all over the world which means that our guides will know how to adapt the trip depend on your language and your age. Our guides have good knowledge about all the equipment and about the area so will assure you safety and, in the same time, will tell all the story of the city during this tour on e-bike in Ålesund to provide you a memorable experience!

All our guides are certified kayak guides and have a great local knowledge – something that will assure you a great day out on the water. We are the areas biggest activity provider providing clients from all over the world with unique and memorable experiences. We have both single and double kayaks that will make it a great experience for both families, unexperienced and the more skilled kayakers.

Experience what it is like to paddle in the dramatic UNESCO world heritage listed Geiranger fjord, on this 2-day trip. During these two days you will go on a scenic hike to a great campsite with stunning views over the fjord, where you will meet local heritage on old farms. The sheer size of the fjords and your humble presence is an overwhelming experience. Paddle with us and get blown away! All kayak equipment, meals (starting with lunch on day 1 and ending with lunch on day 2), camping gear (except sleeping bag) and a guide from Norway Adventures throughout the trip, who will provide basic paddle and safety instructions before starting.

Jendamsfjellet top is 633 m.a.s.l. with an amazing 360 degree view over the fjords and mountains. The first part of the way takes you along the back of the mountain, which is quite steep at some points. There might also be some wet and damp parts, so you need to have good hiking shoes. After around 20 minutes the path will be easier, and you will walk in a forest for a while. After you come out from the forest you will start the steepest part toward the peak. Already at this part you will see some breathtaking views which will be even more spectacular on the top. We will walk with slow pace and take some breaks on the way to rest.

Enjoy one of the most spectacular fjord views in the region on this guided hike to Mount Saksa. In the company of a guide who knows the region well, you can relax and enjoy the trek up and views from the top.

Famed for its coastal beauty, Viking heritage, and scenic archipelago, Alesund is a gateway to Norway’s untamed beauty—and this half-day, private sightseeing excursion offers a stress-free way to see its highlights. Meet your guide in central Alesund at a time of your choosing, and set off. Visit historical highlights like the Giske Church, summit Mt. Aksla to take in panoramic views, explore several of Alesund’s neighboring islands, and learn all about its history.

If a simple day trip is not enough to satisfy your adventurous spirit, embark on a six-day kayaking excursion. In a small group of no more than eight people, explore the fjords of western Norway. Includes camping gear and all meals.

Sunrise is a magnificent time of day. It is an awakening of the planet, birds, trees, and wildlife. It is always a new beginning. If you have romance in your soul, witnessing this beautiful daybreak can bring joy into your mundane life. It doesn't cost anything to watch a sunrise. Sun-gazing is an old method of healing. Our ancestors worshiped the sun for many reasons. Gratitude. You are alive another day. What? "Big deal," you say? Waking up is a gift. Being grateful just to be alive shifts your perspective. Each day is a beautiful gift. Be grateful. Say thank you to the sun for rising on this gorgeous day.

The Atlantic Road has National Tourist Route status, and the entire stretch between Bud and Kristiansund is one continuous experience packed with coastal scenery, culture and history. The road that crosses this “infamous stretch of ocean” was hailed as the world’s best road trip by the British newspaper The Guardian. In 2006. The 8.3 km (5 mile) road, with 8 bridges of a total length of 891 meters, is built on several small islands and skerries, and is spanned by eight bridges and several landfills. Sjurvarden (Stemshesten) is the mountain that stretches out to the sea, giving a powerful view of Hustadvika, the Atlantic Ocean and the coastal landscape from Sunnmøre in the west and Smøla on Nordmøre in the north. The trip is a combination of activity like hiking and walking, relaxing on the beautiful beach and driving the senic road admiring the costline of Norway.

This is a one of a kind biking trip in this region where you will get goosebumps due the scenic surroundings on our way up towards Flofjellet.

The Troll Church (484 m.a.s.l.) consists of three exciting limestone grottos with underground streams and waterfalls. The two lower grottos have beautiful waterfalls that cascade 14 metres down into a white marble pool. The uppermost one consists of long underground passages. On the surface to the west of the uppermost grotto there is a fishing lake with white marble "jetties". The mountain behind the Trolls' church is very distinctive, with jagged points and spires.

Whether you are in Alesund on a cruise or in a hotel this is a great way to see some of the best sights Alesund has to offer by sea. Take in the amazing wildlife it has to offer.

Want to try something new in a beautiful and safe environment? Come enjoy the clear waters around Ålesund and have an 1,5 hour introduction course to Stand Up Paddle with one of our guides. Introduction course to Stand-Up-Paddle means that no previous experience is required and all the necessary equipment will be provided at our activity center! One of our guides will give you an intro to Stand Up paddleboard and will provide you all the necessary knowledge to enjoy this water activity that has grown massively in popularity both in Norway and the rest of the world over the past few years. The “little” extra? Try the Stand up paddleboard and, in the same time, enjoy an original guided tour in the heart of Ålesund, surrounded by its Art Nouveau buildings. Standing on your Stand Up Paddle board, you’ll get a better view down into the clear waters of Ålesund’s strait and in the same time will enjoy the architectur of this beautiful city.

The little island of Runde has got 150 regular inhabitants, but from February to August every year, more than 500.000 birds come to Runde for the nesting season. Around 80 species have been proved nesting here, and more than 230 species have been observed in total. The nature areas on Runde are vulnerable, important, and interesting for research. Runde has also been called "Treasure Island" because of the finds of gold coins from the wrecked Dutch ship "Akerendam" from 1725. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. You will have the drive to take a ferry towards Runde. You will enjoy bird watching on a mountain trip, after that, you will have lunch. Before going back your guide will take you to the viewpoint to Ocean gate in coastline village.

Escape the bustle of the city for the day on this snowshoeing trip to Lievarden. In the company of a local guide, feel confident walking through nature between Storfjord fjord and the peaks of the Sunnmøre alps, regardless of your experience level.