The most northerly of the Western Fjord counties, More og Romsdal is a land of rich and rugged terrain, including steep mountains, rolling valleys, many islands, some of the country’s longest waterfalls and, of course, the deep fjords that make the area so famous. Geirangerfjord, one of Norway’s most visited fjords, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and home to the spectacular Brudesløret (Bride’s Veil) and De Syv Søstrene (The Seven Sisters) waterfalls. Picturesque Alesund is the county capital.
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The museum tells the stories of those who helped to build the lighthouses, lights, and ports along the Norwegian coast. Dalsfjord lighthouse museum was founded in 1993 and consists of a large collection of technical equipment and tools that have been replaced by the Norwegian Coastal Administration. The museum also houses a lighthouse from 1900 century. The lighthouse was set up in 1982 as a memorial to those who built the lighthouse
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Runde Lighthouse is situated on Kvalneset, northwest of the island Runde. This is one of the 80 listed lighthouses in Norway. The lighthouse became operative in 1767, and was fully manned for 235 years. In 2002 it became a fully automatic lighthouse, and the keeper had to pack his things and leave. alesund & Sunnmore Travel Association have included the keepers house in their sortiment of self-service tourist huts. Runde Lighthouse is a very exciting tourist attraction. Welcome!
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Hauggjegla Lighthouse located outside idyllic Veiholmen in Smola municipality. You can stay in the lighthouse, while you get to experience a small and authentic coastal environment out here on the fishing village Veiholmen. We have up to 10 accommodation places out there and the place is popular for anyone who wants something different and spectacular, often in combination with staying at Havkroa. We have boat transportation to and from the lighthouse situated on a private island off the fishing village. Here you get a nature experience out of the ordinary. If you are lucky the lighthouse keeper Iversen himself will stand for the boat transport out to the lighthouse. We also have a special "bridal suite" out there that it's old bedroom to "Lighthouse Keeper" which has become very popular for honeymooners and couples who want to experience something special. Book in our booking portal or call us to put together a package that is tailored for your needs. It could be wedding, teambuilding's, birthdays, family trips with fishing or a particularly romantic weekend for you and your better half. The lighthouse is one of the few lighthouses in the world you can stay in - and experience the beautiful Norwegian coast. You are all welcome to an exciting and extraordiary visit out here!
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CLOSED FROM (01.10.19 - 31.04.19) The exhibits at the Fisheries museum focus on the development of the fishing industry and the manufacturing process. The museum shows how the fishing industry has evolved from 1800th up to today. The museum explains how Alesund became one of the largest exporter of klipfish in Europe. Another exhibition presents the manufacturing of cod-liver oil, displayed in the museum are models and equipment. The museum offers guided tours of the Fisheries museum every Saturday and Sunday during the summer season. (01.06.19 – 31.08.19) The guided tour starts 1 pm and 3 pm. You can buy combined tickets that are valid for both the Fisheries Museum and Aalesunds Museum. The Fisheries museum is only open in the summerseason (01.06.19 - 31.08.19) but you can book guided tours at the museum.
Golleneset Lighthouse flashes welcome! A very short walk in easy terrain from the parking takes you to the open sea at the Lighthouse. You will be passing Kjemperøysa, a 17 m large burial mound, - 3500 years old. Perfect conditions to enjoy the sun and the sea. On a stormy day the sea is making salty sea foam in large quantities between the rocks. Be aware of the waves!
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