Fjellstua

Discover the marvelous city of Ålesund with the Hop-on Hop-off double-decker buses at your own pace. Hop on, sit back and enjoy as you pass through fascinating landscapes, architectural and historical sites. Learn about the exciting history of the city with our entertaining audio guide available in 7 different languages (English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch and Norwegian). Get to know about the devastating fire of 1904 that destroyed the wooden buildings, and about the reconstruction under the initiative of Kaiser Wilhelm of Germany. Sharpen your knowledge of Art Nouveau — Jugendstyle architecture. Delight your eyes going to the Fjellstua viewpoint and see panoramic views of the city. Explore the Ålesund Aquarium, one of the largest saltwater aquariums in Scandinavia. An easy and enjoyable way to explore the most interesting attractions. You can hop on and off as many times as you want with your 1 day ticket Welcome on board and have fun! DISCOUNTS included in your Hop On ticket: - Ålesund Fisheries Museum: 10% off on entrance. - Sunnmøre Open Air Museum: 10% off on entrance.

Our guests will meet the guide at the start of the via ferrata. We have all the equipment waiting for you. You will need to sign a short waiver before we hand out the equipment. Our guides will provide a safety brief and explain how the equipment work. Depending on the size of the group, one or two guides will assist. When all guests are geard up and ready to climb, the guide will start the tour. The whole route is build on solid rock. The wall is facing south with a view to the alps of Sunnmøre, the ocean, islands and the city. First half is the steepest, but it never gets vertical. We have placed foot steps and hand holds where you need this. You will never get stuck, although you should not participate if you are scared of hights. The view get really spectacular once you are half way in the wall. We have build a large bench so that all guests can take a break and enjoy the view. The second half of the via ferrata is less steep, but still with a great view to the city, ocean and mountains. It traverse to the right and up to the famous viewpoint resteurant Fjellstua. Once you arrive at the top the guide will take all the equipment. You are now free to visit the restaurant or simply enjoy the stairscase which take you back down to the park.

Step into the world of the Vikings with a guided tour through the streets of modern Ålesund. Led by expert guides dressed in authentic Viking attire, embark on a captivating journey back in time. Discover the fascinating stories of Viking religion, laws, and daily life, all while hearing the legendary saga of Viking Rollo – the outlaw who became the ancestor of European royalty. Experience the Viking life with a hands-on experience aboard a real Viking ship. Step into the past as you climb aboard this iconic vessel, located right in the heart of Ålesund, in the middle of the charming Brosundet channel. While you sit onboard, your expert guide will bring the Viking Age to life, revealing the pivotal role these ships played in exploration, warfare, and trade. Learn how these legendary vessels shaped Viking culture and were key to their success. As you walk through the city, bring the Viking age to life, sharing tales from local folklore and Snorri Sturlason’s famous «Heimskringla». With regular stops to fully immerse you in Viking culture, the tour culminates at the bronze statue of Rollo, where your adventure can continue with a visit to the viewpoint Fjellstua or explore more of Ålesund city. Enjoy a taste of the local Viking cuisine with dried fish, traditional dried meat (lamb), and flat bread. For drinks, enjoy a taste of home-brew ale, Viking beer. German speaking gudes are possible when the group are bigger then 6 guests.