Cities
Kristiansund
Kristiansund is located at the far end of the ocean gap's headland in northwestern Norway. Opera, delicious clipfish, the fishing village of Grip and the Opera Festival Weeks await visitors here. Kristiansund is referred to as the Atlantic City, as it is the closest city to one of the world's most scenic roadways - the Atlantic Road.
The clipfish town by the sea
After the bombing in 1940, Kristiansund rose in vibrant, cheerful colors, with gables facing the sea – inspired by the old clipfish wharves. The town's proud food tradition lives on today through local specialties like bacalao and "fishan," Kristiansund's own version of fish & chips. Here, historic craftsmanship meets modern culinary culture.
Culture and historical Grip
Opera Festival Weeks, the Clipfish Festival, and the Festspillene bring an international atmosphere to the town. 14 kilometers out into the open sea, the fishing village of Grip beckons with colorful houses and a 14th-century stave church. Here, where history meets the open ocean, you’ll find a unique sense of tranquility.
Four islands – one town
Innlandet, Kirkelandet, Nordlandet, and Gomalandet together form a unique harbor area – four lands that make one town. Since 1876, the iconic Sundbåten has connected the islands with its 20-minute route – the world’s oldest public transport still in continuous operation. From the sea, you’ll get a special glimpse into the town’s maritime soul.
Get inspired by local stories and hidden gems
What to see and do
Culture
Grip - fishingvillage near Kristiansund
Kristiansund
The idyllic fishing village Grip, is located in the Atlantic ocean, 12 km northwest of Kristiansund. In the summer season, there are daily tourist tours including guiding to the fishing village of Grip.
Culture
Norwegian Clipfish Museum
Kristiansund
The Norwegian Clipfish Museum is situated on the island of Gomalandet in Kristiansund in a large and well preserved wharf dating back to 1749.
Sightseeing
Sundbåten - The harbour ferry
Kristiansund
Sundbåten - The world's oldest public transport service in continuous use. Part of Kristiansund's cultural heritage and a great way to experience Kristiansund.
Culture
Nordlandet Church
Kristiansund
Nordlandet church is situated straight up from the harbour area of the Nordlandet district of Kristiansund and was the town's main church from 1940 until the new Kirkelandet church was taken into use in 1964.
Culture
Grip stave church
Kristiansund
Grip Stave Church is located on Grip, a small island 14 km out to sea from Kristiansund on Nordmøre. There is a boat to Grip in the summer season from Kristiansund, and the trip out takes 1 hour each way.
Outdoor activities and nature
Freikollen - Mountain hiking with panoramic views
Kristiansund
Freikollen is a popular summit both for locals and visitors. It is an amazing view from the summit, and you can see the city, the islands and ocean surronding it all.
Culture
Rastarkalv - a viking battlefield
Kristiansund
Rasterkalv, an ancient battlefield, is located close to Frei Church. This was the site of a battle in 955 AD between the Viking king Håkon the Good and Eiriksønnene, the sons of Eirik.
Shopping
Norsk Flid Kristiansund - Norwegian arts and crafts
Kristiansund
Norsk Flid or better known as Husfliden, is a well-known store and is specialist in folk costume, yarn, garments, wooden items and gifts.
Sightseeing
Kringsjå/Vanndammene - hiking
Kristiansund
Idyllic park area with beautiful surroundings. It is a unique botanic coastal garden, with an exceptionally rich and varied vegetation.
Culture
Grip - fishingvillage near Kristiansund
Kristiansund
The idyllic fishing village Grip, is located in the Atlantic ocean, 12 km northwest of Kristiansund. In the summer season, there are daily tourist tours including guiding to the fishing village of Grip.
Sightseeing
Roundtour with Bus from Kristiansund to Kvernes stave church
Kristiansund
Travel like the locals with bus from Kristiansund to the youngest of Norway`s stavechurches - Kvernes stave church.
Shopping
Alti Futura shopping centre
Kristiansund
At the entrance to Kristiansund you will find Løkkemyra and popular shopping centre Alti Futura, with 55 shops and 450 free parking spaces (130 under roof), as well as a separate motorhome parking. Wide selection of shops, including pharmacy, grocery store and several restaurants/cafeterias:
How to get here
Travel to and around Nordmøre and Romsdal by car, bus, train, boat and plane. Visit amazing attractions such as the Atlantic Road, Trollstigen and Romsdalseggen ridge. Here you will find information about transport in Northwest.
Getting to and around NorthwestWhere to eat and sleep
Food and drink
Bryggekanten brasserie, restaurant & bar
Kristiansund
The restaurant Bryggekanten is located by the sea in the center of Kristiansund. In the Brasserie you will find a tempting selection of lunch dishes during the day and a good selection of hot dishes as well as tapas in the evenings.
Accommodation
Thon Hotel Kristiansund
Kristiansund
Hotel Kristiansund offers modern rooms with sea views and a restaurant overlooking the harbor. Explore opera, clipfish, Sundbåten, and the Atlantic Road nearby.
Food and drink
Smia Fish restaurant
Kristiansund
Cosy and rustic restaurant in Kristiansund. Smia Fish restaurant serves local food with the salted and dried cod; Klippfish in various dishes.
Events
06. Jun.Festivals
Snadderfestivalen - food festival
Snadderfestivalen is a traditional foodmarked situated in the very heart of Kristiansund.
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