Sights and activities
Volda is located centrally in Sunnmøre, with lots to offer in the area. We try to keep the page updated, but please visit the websites of the places to find out opening hours, prices etc. For bus and ferry visit: https://frammr.no/.
For events in Volda and Orsta check out: https://www.orstavolda.no/
Volda
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- Hamna Badstue: Sauna located in the harbour in the center of Volda. As a guest of our B&B you will receive a discount code
- Aasentunet : Aasentunet is one of the few language museums in the Nordic region. Here, children and adults can experience language, literature, architecture, art and music.
- Audio walk : an audio-guided walk with local stories, dramatization, music, humor and seriousness along the way. It is a journey in time, but also a journey within yourself.
- Munken Badeplass : Bathing pier, diving platform and outdoor grill.
- Ut på tur: With Sunnmøre Friluftsråd you can find walks and activities in the nature around Volda.
Dining places:
- Tredet
- Maria's Restaurant and Pizza Bar
- Naustet
- HiSushi
Sæbø
bil: 25 min
- Sæbø Fjord Sauna : The saunas are located on a quay in the center of Sæbø, and are the perfect way to enjoy the refreshing water and the fantastic view of the Hjørundfjord.
- Norwegian Nature Center : A modern experience center for Norwegian nature, climate and environment.
- Best Adventures : Kayaking and adventure in Hardangerfjord
Grodås / Hornindal
bil: 30 min
- Hornindal Ski Center : Considered one of the region's most snow-sure ski centers. Family-friendly as well as challenging for experienced skiers. Cafeteria and ski rental.
- Hornindal Rundt : In the middle of Jotunheimen and the North Sea you will find Hornindal. Hornindal was to create the ultimate ultra mountain race, much tougher than anything the world had ever seen before. 20 mountain posts, 75 kilometers and 5,600 meters of elevation gain were to be completed in one race.
- Anders Svor Museum : The architecturally designed building from 1953, surrounded by a beautiful sculpture park, is dedicated to the sculptor Anders Svor.
Flø
bil: 45 min
- Studio Hugo Opdal : In the art gallery Studio Hugo Opdal you can experience exhibitions with international and national artists.
- Bouldering : Steep challenges for body and mind
- Surfing
Stryn
bil: 50 min
- Summer skiing : Stryn summer skiing is an alpine center on Strynefjellet. Between Stryn and Gudbandsdalen, 45 km east of Stryn city center.
- Afternoon Tea : Enjoy afternoon tea at Hjelle hotel
- Glacier hike : Join a guided glacier hike over Tystigbreen on Strynefjellet, and learn more about geology, history and nature along the way. You can borrow the necessary equipment such as crampons and ice axes.
Runde
bil: 55 min
- Puffin safari : A magical experience where the ocean and land meet. Join an evening trip to the bird cliff where you can get up close to the puffins.
- Coasteering : Learn about life in the coastal zone while experiencing the forces of the ocean up close.
Loen
bil: 60 min
- Loen Skylift : The Loen Skylift is one of the steepest lifts in the world and lifts you a thousand meters almost straight up – to the restaurant on the edge of the mountain Hoven.
- Via Ferrata Climbing : Via Ferrata Loen is a climbing path secured with a wire right behind Hotel Alexandra.
- Loen Play : A small play universe for the little ones
- Zipline : At the top of Hoven, 1000 meters above the fjord.
Olden
bil: 60 min
- Olden Gard : Here you can explore authentic 18th century houses and enjoy the tranquility of the farm. Meet the animals, join in feeding them, and discover what life on the farm was like hundreds of years ago.
- Briksdalsbreen : Briksdalsbreen is a western arm of Jostedalsbreen, the largest glacier on the European mainland - protected as a national park.
​Ålesund
bil: 1h40min
(med ferje)
- The Art Nouveau Center and KUBE : art museum located in the heart of Ã…lesund city center
- Sunnmøre Museum : Open-air museum with a large collection of buildings from all over Sunnmøre. Here you will learn about how people lived in pre-modern Sunnmøre society.
- Aksla : great view of Ã…lesund
- Atlanterhavsparken : Atlanterhavsparken is one of Northern Europe's largest and most unique saltwater aquariums.
Geiranger
bil: 2h15min
- Fjord sightseeing : The Geirangerfjord is world-famous for its spectacular waterfalls and old mountain farms that practically cling to the mountainside. Join Fjord sightseeing and be captivated by the fjord surrounded by tall, majestic mountains.
- Kayak tours : Explore the Geirangerfjord by kayak. Get up close to the beautiful waterfalls and the world-famous fjord. We offer rentals and three guided kayak tours from Geiranger harbor.
- Fjord safari in RIB : Experience Geiranger from the sea on a fast-paced RIB boat trip. This is a great way to combine sightseeing with speed and excitement. Here, all you have to do is fasten your seatbelt, feel the fresh sea air and take in the beautiful surroundings.