http://www.visitsunnmore.com/ http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/Alesund-in-the-winter/ The most beautiful city in Norway is beautiful in the winter too. Enjoy the Art Nouvau town and its surroundings covered in fine snow.   http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/Alesund-in-the-winter/ Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:44:56 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Great-feedback-from-Norrona-Magazine/ Week 7, 2010, Norrøna Magazine visited the Hjørundfjord and the Sunnmøre Alps to photograph and write for their September edition.      http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Great-feedback-from-Norrona-Magazine/ Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:37:04 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Conference/WHAT-TO-DO/Skiing-in-Fjord-Norway/Alpine-ski-resorts/Alpepass/ Alpepass is a joint lift pass for six different ski resorts in the northernmost part of Fjord Norway. The lift pass gives access to skiing in a wide range of lifts and slopes in the amazing fjord landscape. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Conference/WHAT-TO-DO/Skiing-in-Fjord-Norway/Alpine-ski-resorts/Alpepass/ Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:45:44 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Hiking--mountain-trips/Summits--valleys/ Sharp mountain edges rise from the fjords to heights of approximately 2000 metres. In the Sunnmøre Alps, spectacular summits like the Slogen, Råna, Jønshorn and Kolåstinden await you! http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Hiking--mountain-trips/Summits--valleys/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:30:14 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Hiking--mountain-trips/Hiking-in-the-fjords/ Seasons are not fixed on dates, but vary depending on where you are. Still, the main season should be considered between the beginning of May and the end of September. Off season combination trips, with partial hiking and partial skiing or wearing snow shoes, are popular. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Hiking--mountain-trips/Hiking-in-the-fjords/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:51:23 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Cruise/Cruise-in-Geirangerfjord-Alesund--Sunnmore/ Here you will find information among others about the cruise calls in the Geirangerfjord and Ålesund area. The region has long traditions on cruise traffic, more than 200 cruise calls and is annually visited by more than 250.000 cruise passengers. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Cruise/Cruise-in-Geirangerfjord-Alesund--Sunnmore/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:09:24 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Cruise/Cruise-calls-in-Alesund-2010/ Here you will find an overview of the different registered cruise calls in the port of Ålesund. The cruise terminal is located in the very centre of the picturesque town, and spread on five different quays. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Cruise/Cruise-calls-in-Alesund-2010/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:06:22 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Hiking--mountain-trips/Glacier-walking--winter/ If you are interested in glacier walking, the area can offer beautiful glaciers like the Regndalsbreeen and Gullmorbreen. Both Geiranger, Hjørundfjorden and the towns Ørsta and Volda are situated a short distance from the many glaciers of Nordfjord. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Hiking--mountain-trips/Glacier-walking--winter/ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:33:48 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps-seeks-testpilots/ To test the new offers available in Hjørundfjord and the Sunnmøre Alps, we are seeking chosen ones to participate for free. Apply to join now! http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps-seeks-testpilots/ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:05:40 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Sail--Ski-in-Hjorundfjord--The-Sunnmore-Alps/ Skiing in the Sunnmøre Alps are a spectacular experience. When the transport to and from the starting points on your ski summit trips are only reached by boat, the exclusiveness of the trip is even higher and the transport an experience in itself. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Sail--Ski-in-Hjorundfjord--The-Sunnmore-Alps/ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:58:33 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/The-fire-in-Alesund/ During the early hours of 23 January 1904 a terrible fire raged through Ålesund. In the space of 16 hours, 850 houses burned to the ground, and ten thousand people were left homeless. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/The-fire-in-Alesund/ Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:31:46 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/Panoramic-views-of-town-and-countryside/ Mount Aksla, with the Fjellstua and Kniven viewpoints, is one of Ålesund’s biggest attractions. The views of the town, the lovely islands and the majestic Sunnmøre Alps further inland are simply fantastic. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/Panoramic-views-of-town-and-countryside/ Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:29:28 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/A-perfect-starting-point-for-activities/ Ålesund is a natural starting point for an active holiday - with a beautiful coastline and skerries, deep valleys, fjords and spectacular mountains. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/A-perfect-starting-point-for-activities/ Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:13:56 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Geirangerfjord-Guide/ Information on accommodation, activities, transport, dining etc. in the Valldal-, Stranda- and Geirangerfjord area. Geirangerfjord Guide 2010 - English Geirangerfjord Guide 2010 - German Geirangerfjord Guide 2010 - French http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Geirangerfjord-Guide/ Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:50:23 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/?view=article Here you will find the different printed material published by Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre and Destination Geirangerfjord-Trollstigen AS. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/?view=article Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:43:56 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Video-Winter-impressions-from-Hjorundfjord--The-Sunnmore-Alps/ Hjørundfjord and the Sunnmøre Alps offers fantastic alpine experiences when it comes to ski summit tours, whether you prefer cross country skiing, telemark, slalom or snowboarding. A off-piste Nirvana for those chasing the virgin snow, challenges and magnificent views of the fjords and the mountains.  http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Video-Winter-impressions-from-Hjorundfjord--The-Sunnmore-Alps/ Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:00:59 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/A-nirvana-for-hiking-and-summit-tours/ "You will never experience such a view". - The famous English mountaineer William Cecil Slingsby about the view from the Slogen mountain.  http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/A-nirvana-for-hiking-and-summit-tours/ Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:20:43 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Hotel-Union-Oye---the-present-history/ Hotel Union is regarded as one of the worlds most exciting hotels. With a location right in the middle of the beautiful fjord and mouintain landscape of Hjørundfjord and the Sunnmøre Alps, the stage is set for a truly unique experience. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Hotel-Union-Oye---the-present-history/ Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:10:20 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/A-memorable-evening-at-Rekkedal-Gjestehus/ The guests are arriving at the farm and is greeted by the hosts. Than they are served local specialities, including a self imported sparkling red wine and juice from the farm.  http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/A-memorable-evening-at-Rekkedal-Gjestehus/ Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:58:31 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Exciting-activity-offers-in-Hjorundfjord-and-the-Sunnmore-Alps/ Hjørundfjord and the Sunnmøre Alps is a nirvana when it comes to activity based experiences. On guided package tours your experience will be even better than travelling on your own, hosted bu guides with great knowledge, love and enthusiasm for the local nature, culture and cuisine. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Exciting-activity-offers-in-Hjorundfjord-and-the-Sunnmore-Alps/ Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:50:18 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Summit-ski-tours-in-the-Sunnmore-Alps/ The Sunnmøre Alps surrounds the Hjørundfjord, with summits raising straight from the fjord and up to heights of 1700 metres. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/Summit-ski-tours-in-the-Sunnmore-Alps/ Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:17:09 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/WHAT-TO-DO/Skiing-in-Fjord-Norway/Alpine-ski-resorts/Alpepass/ Alpepass is a joint lift pass for six different ski resorts in the northernmost part of Fjord Norway. The lift pass gives access to skiing in a wide range of lifts and slopes in the amazing fjord landscape. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/WHAT-TO-DO/Skiing-in-Fjord-Norway/Alpine-ski-resorts/Alpepass/ Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:42:59 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Alesund--Sunnmore-Map/ The map of Ålesund & Sunnmøre gives you an overview of the area and some of the different attractions, activities and accomodation possibilities. Ålesund & Sunnmøre Map 2009-2010 town.jpg Ålesund & Sunnmøre Map 2009-2010 region.jpg http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Alesund--Sunnmore-Map/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:29:47 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Fjord-Norway-Travel-Guide/ Information about attractions, activities, accomodation etc. in the whole Fjord Norway region. Fjord Norway Travel Guide http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Fjord-Norway-Travel-Guide/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:17:23 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Alesund--Sunnmore-Guide-2010/ The official travel guide to Ålesund & Sunnmøre. Get ready to explore some of Norway's best known natural and cultural attractions. Here you will find the information you need to feed your dreams, and make them come true. Be our guest!                                                Ålesund & Sunnmøre Guide 2010 English                                                Ålesund & Sunnmøre Guide 2010... http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/BROCHURES/Alesund--Sunnmore-Guide-2010/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:08:01 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Footer-elements/About-the-website/ Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre and Destination Geirangerfjord have cooperated in making this website the official tourism website for the area. The aim is to market the region as a travelling destination and to promote sales of products and services on behalf of our member companies and - communities. This goal has been achieved when visitors of the website find what they need to know about the... http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Footer-elements/About-the-website/ Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:47:39 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/National-Tourist-Roads/National-Tourist-RoutesGeiranger-Trollstigen/ Geiranger - Trollstigen is a road through west Norwegian nature at its most powerful, with a dizzying view of sheer mountainsides, deep fjords and fertile valleys. Since the childhood of tourism, Geiranger and Trollstigen have been visited by tourists from all over the world. The travel industry has been benefitting from the fjord and the road for generations. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/National-Tourist-Roads/National-Tourist-RoutesGeiranger-Trollstigen/ Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:47:03 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Footer-elements/Disclaimer/ 1.0. www.visitsunnmore.com   1.1 Visitsunnmore.com terms and conditions Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre and Destination Geirangerfjord-Trollstigen AS provide a web site at www.visitsunnmore.com . The site is an online portal, which contains information about Geirangerfjord, Ålesund & Sunnmøre as a tourist destination. The site includes information about the products and/or services of third... http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Footer-elements/Disclaimer/ Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:06:39 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Footer-elements/Photo-credits/ Name of photos and information on rights/photographer appear when you point at the photos presented on the website. Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre or Destination Geirangerfjord-Trollstigen has got the rights of photos, illustrations, information etc. found on the site. They cannot be used by others without prior agreement. If you wish to use photos from the site, please contact Destination... http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Footer-elements/Photo-credits/ Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:56:21 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Our-service-for-you/ Destination Ålesund & Sunnmøre can offer you the following services: assistance in planning coordination of programs and activities recommendation of excursions, activities and tour programmes preliminary reservation and presentation of - special offers - information of hotels, venues and activities brochures and photos from our region introduction to professional organizers (PCO’s) and DMC’s http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Our-service-for-you/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:06:49 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/How-to-get-there/ Ålesund is easy to get to by air, sea and land. The flight connections to the central cities are good. The airport bus to the centre of Ålesund stops near all hotels in the town centre. Ålesund Airport Vigra only 20 minutes, 16 km, from town centre and central hotels International flights, Fridays and Mondays from London Gatwick to Ålesund Airport Frequent daily departures to Oslo, Bergen and... http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/How-to-get-there/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:05:00 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Facts--numbers/ Number of inhabitants in Ålesund: 41.000 9 hotels, approx 900 hotel rooms and 1700 hotel beds Conference facilities for up to 800 persons The Art Nouveau Town - at the very entrance to the World Heritage Site, the Geirangerfjord Fjord hotels, historical hotels and unique venues in the fjord and at the coastline http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Facts--numbers/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:00:33 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/The-best-conference-experience/ The Art Nouveau town of Ålesund is just the perfect setting for meetings and incentives! Surrounded by a stunning nature and a dramatic story; One winter’s night in 1904, Ålesund burnt to the ground. From the ashes rose a new town in the characteristic Art Nouveau style punctuated by turrets, spires and ornaments. The town is situated at the very entrance of the renowned World Heritage Site, th... http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/The-best-conference-experience/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:56:52 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/A-complete-conference-destination/ Ålesund - a compact and unique town in a colourful Art Nouveau style, located by the coast and at the very entrance to the world's most beautiful fjords. The hotels cover all requirements - from small meetings to international conventions, all within a short distance of each other in the town centre.  http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/A-complete-conference-destination/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:55:02 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Ski--vinter/Ski--winter/ The encounter between fjords and mountains in the Sunnmøre Alps and in Geiranger is spectacular summer as winter. You will probably not find the like in the world when it comes to this outstanding combination. The snowy peaks, the crisp and clear air of winter, the views and the experience of nature is refreshing for both body and soul. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Ski--vinter/Ski--winter/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:45:03 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/Fishing--hunting/ Getting a fish on the hook is an exciting experience no matter age! In Norway, fishing in the sea and fjords is free. In rivers and waters you will need a fishing permit, which can be locally purchased. Fishing for salmon, sea trout or char requires a state fishing licence, on sale at all post offices. Autumn is the hunting season for game and hart. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/Fishing--hunting/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:35:22 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/Arts--culture/ Geiranger, Ålesund and Sunnmøre offer a varied selection within arts, culture and entertainment. If you are interested in arts and handicrafts, this part of the country contains a rich history, exciting techniques and fascinating expressions, where the practical needs of every day life meet history and legends. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/Arts--culture/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:34:41 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-bird-island-Runde/Diving-and-bird-paradise/ Facing the ocean, on the west coast of our region lies the island of Runde. The small island has no more than 150 inhabitants, but from February to August every year the nesting season takes place and more than 500.000 birds gather on the island. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-bird-island-Runde/Diving-and-bird-paradise/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:42:36 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/ Hjørundfjorden is surrounded by the mountains reckoned as the core area of the Sunnmøre Alps. It is exactly the combination of fjords, mountains and living local societies which make the Hjørundfjorden and the Sunnmøre Alps a varied and exciting destination. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/The-Hjorundfjord--the-Sunnmore-Alps/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:31:25 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/UNESCO-World-Heritage-Status/UNESCO-World-Heritage-Status/ The Geiranger and Nærøy fjords are Norway’s only natural heritage sites featuring on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. This area of great natural beauty found its place on the UNESCO list on 14th July 2005 and encompasses some of the longest, deepest, narrowest and most beautiful fjords in the world! http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/UNESCO-World-Heritage-Status/UNESCO-World-Heritage-Status/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:19:41 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Geiranger-fjord/The-Geiranger-fjord-area---UNESCO-World-Heritage-area/ http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Geiranger-fjord/The-Geiranger-fjord-area---UNESCO-World-Heritage-area/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:04:10 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Geiranger-fjord/The-Geiranger-fjord/ It is easy to fall in love with the area which has some of the biggest attractions in the country, such as the Geirangerfjord and Trollstigen (The Troll Road).  However, many consider the entire area to be one continual attraction, where the impressions change around the next bend in the road, in the fjord or headland. http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Geiranger-fjord/The-Geiranger-fjord/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:03:36 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/ http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:01:25 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/The-worlds-best-destination/ The Geirangerfjord is so unique it has been included on UNESCO’s world heritage list. At the entrance to the fjord lies the Art Nouveau city of Ålesund, named Norway’s most beautiful city. The combination is unbeatable – and highlights are thick on the ground! http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/Artikler1/Theme-articles/The-worlds-best-destination/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:00:56 GMT http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/ It is not without reason that Ålesund was voted the most beautiful town in Norway by the Norwegian people in 2007 and the newspaper The Times in 2009. It is easy to become fascinated by Ålesund, with its Art Nouveau style and a myriad of turrets, spires and beautiful ornamentation.     http://www.visitsunnmore.com/en/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/The-Art-Nouveau-town-of-Alesund/ Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:17:07 GMT