Best Hikes in Sunnmøre
The Sunnmøre Alps
The Sunnmøre Alps offer steep, dramatic peaks rising directly from deep fjords. From Saksa's challenging ascent to easier panorama trails above Hjørundfjorden, this region provides world-class mountain scenery. The area is perfect for hikers seeking both challenging climbs and scenic viewpoints.
6 trails in Sunnmøre
Moderate Keipen from Drageskaret
Sunnmøre, Møre og Romsdal
A marked 8.7 km mountain walk from Drageskaret to a 410 m viewpoint above Gursken.
Hard Saksa
Sunnmøre, Møre og Romsdal
A steep 950-metre ascent from Urke to Saksa's south summit, with stone steps and huge Hjørundfjord views.
Hard Urkeegga
Sunnmøre, Møre og Romsdal
A demanding 9.5 km Urke ridge loop via Maudekollen, Klokksegga and the Egilbu shelter.
Moderate Gunnarråsa Hjørundfjord Viewpoint
Sunnmøre, Møre og Romsdal
A short, steep 2.8 km return from Sæbø to Gunnarråsa’s 370 m Hjørundfjord viewpoint, with shelter and wide alpine-fjord views.
Easy Aksla viewpoint
Sunnmøre, Møre og Romsdal
A short, steep 418-step climb from Byparken to Fjellstua, with sweeping views over Ålesund’s Art Nouveau city and islands.
Moderate Fosseråsa
Sunnmøre, Møre og Romsdal
A 3.9 km waymarked climb from the Norwegian Fjord Centre through forest and farmland to Storsæterfossen, a waterfall you can walk behind on a prepared path.
