Explore the top of Fjord Norway!

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1 Explore the top of Fjord Norway!

2 2 Møre & Romsdal at the top of Fjord Norway, is a county full of breathtaking scenery our mountains and our fjords are among the most beautiful in the world. The area is so compact that you may experience the stunning contrasts in one day, but prepare to spend more than one day if you really want to get in touch with them. Explore the area by walking, kayaking, diving, biking, hiking or by car. The choice is yours the contrasts are at your feet. Explore! Content: The Geirangerfjord The Atlantic Road The Trollstigen Road Ålesund Molde Kristiansund Activities

3 3 Vesterås farm, the Geirangerfjord

4 4 The Geirangerfjord The unique and exceptional beauty of the Geirangerfjord has been acknowledged by UNESCO by its inclusion on the World Heritage List of Nature Sites in Put on your hiking shoes and explore the area.

5 5 Geiranger

6 6 The waterfalls The Suitor and The Seven Sisters

7 7 The Geirangerfjord the World Heritage At the farm Vesterås, 100 metres above the Geirangerfjord, you truly get in touch with nature. You can get to the farm by car, or enjoy the fantastic view after a 3,5 km walk from the centre of Geiranger. At Vesterås you can enjoy a meal and even have an overnight stop. Vesterås

8 8 The Atlantic Road out where the wild ocean begins The Atlantic Road

9 The 8 bridges of the Atlantic Road connect the island Averøy to the mainland and you to an array of prospective adventures. Take a stop between some of the bridges, go fishing, diving or just enjoy the scenery. 9

10 10 The Trollstigen Road The Trollstigen Road is a spectacular and exciting experience. As you twist and turn through 11 hairpin bends encircled by majestic mountains, you won t wonder why this is named the most beautiful road trip in Norway.

11 The Trollstigen Road dramatic and different 11 The Stigefossen

12 12 Ålesund the city of Art Noveau architecture Why not explore the city of Ålesund by kayak or by bike?

13 13 Brosundet View from Aksla Ocean rafting in spectacular surroundings at Alnes Lighthouse, Giske.

14 14 The city centre of Molde The Sail Rica Seilet Hotel

15 15 Molde the city of roses and of the panoramic view The viewpoint Varden in Molde. Go there by car or put on your hiking shoes. Enjoy the scenic view of the 222 mountains which surround the city.

16 16 Kristiansund the city of islands Travel between the islands of Kristiansund with the Sundbåten. A perfect trip before enjoying the local bacalao.

17 17 View from Bautaen

18 18 Activities The contrasts in nature create perfect opportunities for activities of all kinds. Here are some suggestions. Fishing Try fishing in the rivers, in the fjords or in the ocean. The choice is yours.

19 Skiing In the wintertime the area is perfect for skiing, but you may test your skills even during the summer months. 19 Kayaking The cities as well as the countryside may be explored by kayak.

20 20 Hiking Whether you want to walk for 15 minutes or for 15 hours, the possibilities are enormous.

21 Farming Visit farms where local food is served and sold. 21 Biking Explore the cities, the countryside or the mountains by bike.

22 22 Rafting Feel the forces of nature in a truly adrenaline-pumping rafting experience. Go rafting in the ocean or the fjord.

23 Sigthseeing Stunning! The area really is a delight to the eye don t forget your camera! 23 Partying This area boasts a variety of festivals, especially in the summertime. Among them the Molde International Jazz Festival.

24 How to get there: NORWAY Hurtigruten From UK From Copenhagen/Riga Hurtigruten Atlanterhavsvegen ÅLESUND ØRSTA/VOLDA MOLDE Åndalsnes Trollstigen Geiranger KRISTIANSUND Dombås Trondheim Photo: Fred Jonny Hammerø/Møre og Romsdal fylke, Kurt R. Vaagen, Einar Engdal Bergen Bergen Møre og Romsdal From Oslo (corresponding) Oslo