Tourist information from Kristiansund and surrounding areas

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19.July 2011

Key facts about Kristiansund and Nordmøre

The region of Nordmøre, located in the northwestern corner of Fjord Norway, is full of contrasts. Charming Kristiansund is the main town in the area.

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26.January 2012

Kristiansund and Nordmøre - the Atlantic Road

Vibrant island communities, deep fjords, steep mountains, the incredible Atlantic Road, and charming Kristiansund – the region is full of contrasts.

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17.June 2011

Molde and Romsdal

The Molde area is known for the Trollstigen Mountain Road, the Atlantic Road, Molde Jazz Festival and the 222 mountain peaks of Molde Panorama.

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11.February 2011

Dining in Molde and Romsdal

The towns of Molde and Åndalsnes have a choice of restaurants and cafés. Both local Norwegian and international cuisine feature on the menu.

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11.February 2011

Key facts about Molde and Romsdal

Around 70,000 people live in the area. The main centres are Molde, the city of jazz and roses, and Åndalsnes, the mountain capital of Norway.

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20.July 2011

Sunnmørsalpene

Majestic peaks and a rugged alpine massif distinguish Sunnmørsalpene from other mountainareas in Norway. Off-piste skiing is at its best here.

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17.June 2011

The coast of Trøndelag

Travel to the islands of Hitra and Frøya for a genuine coastal heritage experience. Go fishing and stay in a fishermen's cabin or a lighthouse.

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12.April 2011

Key facts about the coast of Trøndelag

There are 8,000 inhabitants on the islands of Hitra and Frøya. Hitra is the seventh biggest island in Norway.

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Getting here and around | 5.September 2011

Getting to Kristiansund and Nordmøre and around

The major transportation hub for the region is Kristiansund, which is easily accessible by car, plane and boat.

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Getting here and around | 28.September 2011

Getting to Molde and Romsdal and around

Molde and Romsdal lie 500 kilometres from Oslo and 450 kilometres from Bergen. The area is accessible by train, ferry, Hurtigruten, bus and plane.

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Getting here and around | 9.November 2011

Getting to the coast of Trøndelag

The islands of Hitra and Frøya are situated about 130 kilometres southwest of Trondheim.

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Tourist information | 5.October 2011

Tourist information in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

The tourist information offices around the region will help you make the most of your trip to Kristiansund and Nordmøre.

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Tourist information | 7.November 2011

Tourist information in Molde and Romsdal

The tourist office in Molde is centrally located on the market place. Here you can get information on what to see and do in the whole region.

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Tourist information | 12.April 2011

Tourist information at the coast of Trøndelag

The main tourist information for the islands of Hitra and Frøya, is found at the Coastal Museum at Fillan on Hitra.

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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 1.February 2012

Fishing in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

Go deep sea fishing for cod or halibut, catch wild salmon in a local lake or try fly-fishing for pollock. The options are many in this part of Norway.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 5.October 2011

Attractions in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

The region is known for a landscape full of contrasts. The greatest attractions are the Atlantic Road and the spectacular Aursjøvegen Mountain Road.

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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 5.September 2011

Winter activities in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

Wintertime in Kristiansund and Nordmøre normally offers loads of snow and great skiing. You can also join a killer whale safari.

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What to do | Shopping | 5.September 2011

Shopping in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

Shopping centres and smaller, specialised boutiques selling anything from gourmet food to hand-crafted souvenirs can all be found in Kristiansund.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Food traditions | 5.September 2011

Dining in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

Bacalao, a dish made of dry and salted cod, is the main speciality in the Kristiansund and Nordmøre region.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 5.September 2011

Tour suggestions in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

Follow the coast driving or cycling along the beautiful Atlantic Road, or head inland and discover the majestic mountains of Trollheimen.

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What to do | Action & Adventure | Diving | 18.July 2011

What to do in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

Deep-sea fishing, sea kayaking and killer whale safaris are all popular activities in the Kristiansund and Nordmøre region.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 19.April 2011

The Atlantic Road

Sharp turns and wild nature have put the Atlantic Road at the top of the British newspaper The Guardian's list of the world's best road trips.

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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 17.January 2012

Hiking in Nordmøre and Romsdal

Walk the Fjord Route from Kristiansund or hike the Romsdalseggen ridge in the spectacular Romsdalen Valley near Åndalsnes.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 29.March 2011

The Romsdalsfjord

The Romsdalsfjord is located close to the city of Molde. Take the Raumabanen Railway from the fjord to the mountains, or go on a fjord cruise.

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What to do | Shopping | 28.June 2011

Shopping in Molde and Romsdal

Knitted sweaters and goat and reindeer skins are among the most popular souvenirs to buy in Molde and Romsdal.

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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 31.January 2012

Fishing in Molde and Romsdal

Fish in the Romsdalsfjord, which boasts one of the largest varieties of fish species in Norway, or cast your line from the Atlantic Road.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 8.September 2011

Tour suggestions in Molde and Romsdal

Follow these tour suggestions to visit the highlights of Molde and Romsdal: the Trollstigen Mountain Road and the Atlantic Road.

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What to do | Action & Adventure | Rafting | 19.July 2011

What to do in Molde and Romsdal

Enjoy the great outdoors hiking, cycling or fishing. Explore local caves or dive in the Atlantic Ocean. All of this is possible in Molde and Romsdal.

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What to do | Active holiday | Skiing | 19.July 2011

Winter in Molde and Romsdal

The winter season normally lasts from December to April/May in Molde and Romsdal. Go skiing in Bjorli, join an organised trip or try ice-climbing.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 17.March 2011

Attractions in Molde and Romsdal

The National Tourist Road Trollstigen is one of the most popular nature attractions in Norway. The Atlantic Road is also in the same region.

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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 19.April 2011

The Surna River

With its dramatic scenery, relatively mild climate and plentiful salmon, Surna became a magnet for aristocratic English anglers in the 1870s.

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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 17.January 2012

Video: Hiking in the Romsdalseggen Ridge

The hike might look a bit scary, but there are three routes to the top, of varying difficulty, all revealing the same breathtaking views.

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What to do | Action & Adventure | Caving | 10.January 2012

Sporty holiday with Romsdal Aktiv

Romsdal Aktiv offers caving, as well as river rafting, kayaking, river boarding and canoe tours on the Istra and Rauma rivers in Fjord Norway.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 19.April 2011

The Trollstigen Mountain Road

The Trollstigen Mountain Road is one of Norway's most dramatic and most visited attractions.

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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 6.January 2012

Hiking offers in Nordmøre and Romsdal

Hiking opportunities are many. Choose to walk along the coast, beside a fjord or in the mountains.

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What to do | Action & Adventure | Diving | 12.April 2011

What to do along the coast of Trøndelag

Experience eagle, seal and archipelago safaris, hunting, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, historical wanderings, riding and kayaking.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 12.April 2011

Tour suggestions along the coast of Trøndelag

The landscapes of the islands Hitra and Frøya are perfect for hiking and biking. There are also possibilities for various boat trips.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 12.April 2011

Attractions along the coast of Trøndelag

The nature, coastal heritage and rich history form the basis for the attractions on the islands of Hitra and Frøya.

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What to do | Food & Drink | 19.April 2011

Food along the way

Petrines Gjestgiveri in Norddal, not far from Geiranger, was voted "The best place to eat along the road in 2006".

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Where to stay | Camping | 5.September 2011

Where to stay in Kristiansund and Nordmøre

Fishermen's cabins, traditional farms and hotels - the region offers a selection of accommodation. Why not spend the night at Haugjegla Lighthouse?

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Where to stay | Hotels | 18.July 2011

Where to stay in the Molde and Romsdal area

Stay at an old fishermen's cabin or a rustic hotel by the coast. Or check out "the Sail", Molde's famous design hotel.

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Where to stay | Hotels | 12.April 2011

Where to stay along the coast of Trøndelag

There is a large range of overnight accommodation sites in the Hitra and Frøya region. Hotels, camp sites and fishermen's cabins and lighthouses.

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Where to stay | 1.April 2011

Best Western Hotels Norway

Best Western Hotels Norway is part of Best Western International, the world’s largest hotel brand with more than 4,000 hotels in 80 countries.

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