Ålesund Art Nouveau Town
Ålesund, Norway
A harbour town rebuilt in Art Nouveau style after a fire, with turreted facades around the canal-like waterfront. Climb the steps to Aksla viewpoint for the view over town and islands, and park near the centre before walking.
In the night of 23 January 1904 a great fire destroyed almost the entire town of Ålesund; more than 10,000 people lost their homes. During the rebuilding between 1904 and 1907, around 30 Norwegian architects and about 20 master builders designed the town in the Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) style, with inspiration from all over Europe. The uniform townscape sets Ålesund apart from other Norwegian towns.
Kaiser Wilhelm II, a frequent visitor to the region, sent four ships with materials for emergency shelters after the fire; a street bears his name. The Jugendstilsenteret (Art Nouveau Centre) explains the consequences of the fire and the architectural heritage of Art Nouveau. The town spreads across several islands, including Hessa, Aspøya, Nørve and Uksenøya. Allow two to three hours for a walk through the town centre.
- Nearest town
- Ålesund, Norway
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 62.4722, 6.1549
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–September. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Norway: Electronic tolls by number plate. Automatic toll roads and toll rings; many routes include car ferries. Motorway limit for cars: 110 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Hjelsetgården bobilparkeringMotorhome stopover1 km from Ålesund Art Nouveau Town · 50 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Skjerva bobilparkeringMotorhome stopover1 km from Ålesund Art Nouveau Town · 57 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Volsdalen CampingCampsite2 km from Ålesund Art Nouveau TownTentsCaravansElectricityWaste disposal
- Bobilpark FyllingsjoenMotorhome stopover4 km from Ålesund Art Nouveau TownMotorhomes
- Flø Feriesenter ASCampsite17 km from Ålesund Art Nouveau Town
- Sjøbakken Camping ICampsite24 km from Ålesund Art Nouveau TownCaravans
All campsites in Norway · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Ålesund Art Nouveau Town?
Ålesund Art Nouveau Town is in Ålesund, Norway, at GPS 62.4722, 6.1549. It is about 45 km from Stranda.
Can you camp near Ålesund Art Nouveau Town?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Hjelsetgården bobilparkering, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 7 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Ålesund Art Nouveau Town?
Places worth a stop nearby: Flydalsjuvet (63 km), Ørnesvingen (66 km), Dalsnibba (74 km) and Trollstigen (78 km).
When is the best time to visit Ålesund Art Nouveau Town?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–September. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)