Ålesund
Alnes Lighthouse
Excursion
Price from $199
Difficulty level
Level 1: Easy - suitable for most people
Booking code
HR-AES2L
Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Notes
Read practical information below
See stunning ocean views from Alnes Lighthouse.
Discover the amazing Viking history of Giske and Godøy Islands.
Take in the panoramic scenery from Mount Aksla viewpoint and enjoy some freshly baked lefse
We’ll travel by bus to the island of Giske, known as the ‘Saga Island’. Birthplace of the Viking Chieftain Rollo, ancestor of William the Conqueror, this island has been inhabited since the Bronze Age.
You’ll also pass by the 12th-century white marble church that was built by the island’s ruling family for their own use, before we continue to the island of Godøy.
Here, we’ll drive through the fishing village of Alnes up to Alnes Lighthouse. Built in 1876, it is a protected relic of Norwegian culture. It offers great views of the coastline for those that climb to the top.
Back in the town of Ålesund, we’ll make one last stop at Mount Aksla to enjoy the breathtaking view of the town, surrounding archipelago, and the fjord.
Practical information
Disembarking/embarking port: Ålesund
Available From: Nov 2 - Jun 1 (except Dec 23 - Jan 2, Easter, and May 17)
Transportation: Bus
Meals: Coffee and cake
Clothes: Hiking shoes, warm and windproof clothing