How to go up and what to see at Alesund Viewpoint (Norway Fjords)

Before my recent trip, I had already traveled to the Norway fjords, and the truth is that the images he remembered of them were few but very defined.

But one of the most outstanding images, along with that of the Vik stave church, it was one of the spectacular panoramic views of Alesund From a gazebo.

Luckily, in this return to fjord region I have had the opportunity to once again enjoy those panoramic views that, from my point of view, become one of the best attractions of a trip to the Norwegian Fjords.

Alesund It is one of the essential destinations to incorporate into a route through the aforementioned Nordic country, and it is one of the fixed stages on the cruise ships that travel through the fjords.

It is known as the city ​​of art nouveau for the numerous buildings of this architecture that you can see on a walk through its historic center.

But also, Alesund It is the gateway to Geiranger Fjord, one of the most beautiful in Norway, which is highlighted by its inclusion in the list of World Heritage for the Unesco.

The location of Alesund surrounded by mountainous islands and at the entrance to the aforementioned fjord, it provides one of the most spectacular images that we will carry with us in our memory after the trip...and I say this from experience.

How to climb the Fjellstua viewpoint on Mount Aksla in Alesund

Next to the historic center that surrounds the port rises the small hill of Aksla where is the famous gazebo known as Fellstua.

For go up to the viewpoint, you can do it in the rented car with which you may possibly travel, or you can also get on a regular bus from the city.

But you also have the option of doing it on foot from the center of the city, through a staircase that has recently been renovated.

I warn you, there are 418 steps that start from the city park, at the foot of the aforementioned hill of Aksla.

On this staircase that winds up the side of the hill you will find several viewing platforms from where you will have different perspectives of the view. Alesund.

In the end the prize will be to reach the aforementioned lookout of Fellstua from where you have some wonderful views of Alesund and the landscapes that surround this coastal area of ​​the Geiranger Fjord.

If your physical condition does not make it advisable to walk up to the viewpoint, I remind you again that you always have the option of going up by bus.

But yes, I especially advise you to return to the city center by going down the stairs, as it is an experience that is very worthwhile.

The photos that accompany this article are an announcement and a confirmation that the image that will remain on your retina will be part of the memories that you will always have of your trip to the Norwegian Fjords.