Location: Andalsnes
Top Things to do in Andalsnes
The 7 Best Things to Do in Andalsnes, Norway
Åndalsnes (help·info) is a town in Rauma Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. Åndalsnes is the administrative center of Rauma Municipality. The 2.22-square-kilometre (550-acre) town has a population (2013) of 2,244, giving it a population density of 1,011 inhabitants per square kilometre (2,620/sq mi). The village of Isfjorden lies about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) to the east, Veblungsnes lies just to the west across the Rauma River, and Innfjorden lies about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) to the southwest via the European Route E136 highway.
Restaurants in Andalsnes
Overall Ratings
5 based on 138 reviews
Undoubtley, one of the world's most beautiful hikes! Enjoy hours with breathtaking scenery in a fantastic alpine environment, with balcony view to many of the most famous mountain peaks in Norway. Magnificent 365 degrees view from top of the ridge. Easy access from Åndalsnes in Norway. Daily bus service to the start point in Summer, departing every morning from Åndalsnes Train Station. Season Ultimo June - Ultimo September.
Reviewed By James W - Somers, New York
I hiked this trail with my daughter, and we both really enjoyed the stunning views from the ridge. Just spectacular. We were very lucky with the weather however (check the weather reports before starting out). A few tips:
- Take the bus from the Åndalsnes train station to start: you'll want to get away as early as possible to leave yourself plenty of time for hiking, without having to rush things.
- bring enough food + rain gear + especially water!
- It's quite a bit of climbing, and the downhill at the end might take a toll on your knees. Trekking poles are helpful here (although you may want to strap them to your pack for some of the steeper climbs)
- If you have the time, when you first reach the ridge, follow the path out to your left (south-easterly direction) to Blånebba. This part is out-and-back, but it's very nice
- as you can tell from the other reviews, this is not an easy hike, nor for people who are scared of heights. If the weather is bad, you probably shouldn't go.
- Leave plenty of time for taking pictures!!!
2. Rampestreken
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5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By AfromN - Sandnes, Norway
We visited Rampestreken during our Romsdalseggen hike. Its a very popular attraction, but everyone lined up polity and waited for their turn to take photos. If you dont do the Romsdalseggen hike its possible to walk from Åndalsnes, but remember, its a good portion of height meters. Wear good shoes and bring a lot of water.
3. Raumabanen
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4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By Richard-Roadman - Heerhugowaard, The Netherlands
The review is for the ride from Dombas towards Andelsnes. Made the trip all the way with the 12:05 train. It was cloudy and foggy in the beginning of the vallen but along the ride it became better. And after Borli the sun came out and the sky with scattered clouds became scenic. Sat on the left side and had a good view on the Troll-wall and the scenic stone railway bridge. The part between Borli and Andelsnes is best but the first section is also nice to ride. The several highlights along the way are pointes out by the P.A. But there is no continuous commentary ( it still stays public transport of course). At two points the train will slow down for a pic, but it does not stop. The train is very small and only rides two times in weekends and four at weekdays, so Reservations in time are mandatory. The train connects to the train between Oslo and Trondheim so there is easy onward travel. Having also done the Flamsbana, I must say that this line is just as nice.
4. Norwegian Mountaineering Centre
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By donna b b - luton
Great museum. Building is modern, not too expensive to get in, and they have a great restaurant and gift shop. Now these things alone don't make a great experience so down to the important stuff... The stories that are told throughout the museum are told...MoreThank you for your great review Donna, and welcome back anytime :)
5. Trollveggen Besoksenter
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4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By KeithJenner - Barnsley, United Kingdom
Worth the short detour if you have visited the Trolls Path, but it wouldn't go too far out of my way to see it.
The side of the mountain is very sheer at this side, and it's quite an impressive view. We didn't go into the visitor centre, but it looked a decent size.
6. Nesaksla
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By andy M - Stamford, United Kingdom
We visited in May and fortunately the weather was fantastic. It was fairly easy to find the start of the path up to Nesaksla, from the town centre walk along Romsdalsvegen and on your left near the roundabout is the hiking route map. The first part of the path consists of steel walkways up to the lower viewpoint of Nebba (about 10 minutes of gentle climbing).
We signed the visitor’s book, kept in a metal box, and then I persuaded Mrs M (who is no spring chicken or mountain goat) that we should climb to the Nesaksla, a 3 hour round trip. A bit further up from the Nebba viewpoint is a picnic area.
There is a signpost near the picnic area pointing you up the hill, then follow the red markers (usually painted onto tree trunks). The state of the path is quite varied; the steeper parts of the path and the parts with a sheer drop at the edge have chain handrails to help you. As you get near to the Nesaksla viewing platform the path becomes a stone staircase. We signed the visitor’s book at the top and enjoyed the views
You definitely need good walking shoes and take plenty of water.
The climb to Nesaksla is well worth the effort.
7. Stigfossen Waterfall
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
