Ålesund

Art Nouveau Walk (Spring & Winter)

Excursion

Price from $124

Difficulty level

Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed

Booking code

HR-AES2C

Duration

3 hours

Notes

Read the practical information below

A couple on an Art Nouveau walking tour in Alesund
  • Discover Ålesund and learn its fascinating history.

  • See a range of charming Art Nouveau buildings throughout town.

  • Stop at the gallery of local artist Helge Bjørnsen for a signed watercolor print.

  • Visit Jugendstilsenteret, a museum and national center for Art Nouveau.

Take a trip around the beautiful town of Ålesund and admire its captivating architecture. After a fire devastated the town in 1904, it was completely rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style, which is characterized by highly ornamental decoration.

We’ll begin at the pier, where our guide will lead us on a stroll through the streets of this enchanting town. Visit the picturesque Brosundet fishing harbor and Apotekertorget Square, where a bronze statue of a young ‘fisher boy’ stands proudly.

From this attractive shopping street, stop a moment at the gallery of talented local born artist Helge Bjørnsen. Perhaps select one of his complimentary signed prints to take home with you.

Then it’s time to step in the museum and national Art Nouveau center, Jugendstilsenteret. Its eclectic collection of interiors, furniture, and other Art Nouveau–inspired objects will give you fascinating insight into the history of this unique style.

Excursion is subject to a minimum number of participants.

Practical information

  • Embarking/disembarking port: Ålesund

  • Available period: Nov 1-Mar 31, except Dec 24-26 and 31, Jan 1 and Easter

  • Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing

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