Villages and places
Sunndal
Sunndal is wild and beautiful, offering towering mountains and world-class waterfalls. These waterfalls are not just stunning to behold; they have also, along with hydropower, laid the foundation for Sunndal's modern industrial society. Sunndal is rightly called the "Kingdom of Waterfalls"!
Experience Norway’s most beautiful mountain valley, cascading waterfalls, roads tougher than Trollstigen and peaks raging 1800 metres above the fjord.
Natural hightlights
Sunndal is situated between two of Norway’s most famous mountain areas; Dovrefjell – Sunndalsfjella National Park and Trollheimen. Trollheimen, with the valley Innerdalen as a natural highlight, is a unique mountain area in many ways. Its location between different climatic zones creates distinctive geological conditions. The result is a great variety of landscapes and habitats, as well as a large diversity of plants and animals.
Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park is situated in the mountain area of Dovrefjell and the Sunndalen mountains, a natural meeting point of the counties Sør-Trøndelag, Møre og Romsdal and Oppland. Among the peaks, you will find more than 200 glaciers, lush mountain valleys, a myriad of mountain fishing lakes and several traces from earlier times. If you are lucky, you may also discover musk and wild reindeer in these areas.
The Kingdom of Waterfalls
Along the RV70 towards Oppdal, you can witness the grandeur of the waterfall Vinnu, which originates from Vinnubreen, the largest glacier in Møre og Romsdal. Vinnu, the 6th tallest waterfall in the world, cascades down the mountainside in several stages, with a total drop of approximately 860 meters. The spectacular Vinnutrappa staircase brings you face-to-face with the waterfall.
Continuing along the RV70, you'll encounter Åmotan at Gjøra, the gateway to Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park. Here, marvel at this unique natural phenomenon, where five rivers converge, creating a mesmerizing spectacle amidst steep cliffs, moraines, and a diverse botanical richness. It's no wonder Åmotan is often referred to as Norway's Niagara.
Travel inspiration
Nature and attractions
What to see and do
Sightseeing
Aursjøvegen mountain road
Sunndal
Aursjøvegen mountain road between Eikesdal and Sunndalsøra. Travel from the deep, lush valley between steep mountains, to the open mountain landscapes.
Culture
Sunndal Rural Museum
Sunndal
Sunndal museum is part of Leikvin heritage park. Here is all the main exhibition of the British salmon lords who came to Nordmøre in time between 1850 and 1950, especially Barbara Arbuthnott if dramatic life has become legendary in the valley.
Sightseeing
The waterfalls in Åmotan
Sunndal
A unique natural phenomenon in Norway. Åmotan is called "the Niagra of the North" with three waterfalls - Svøufallet, Lindalsfallet and Reppfallet.
Outdoor activities and nature
Hiking Ekkertind
Sunndal
This spectacular trip is not to be missed! You will really experience why the valley Sunndalen is mentioned as "Wild and Beautiful". The mountain peak Ekkertinden, 1189 m.a.s.l., is Sunndal's version of Preikestolen (the Preacher's Pulpit in Lysefjorden).
Sightseeing
Aursjøvegen mountain road
Sunndal
Aursjøvegen mountain road between Eikesdal and Sunndalsøra. Travel from the deep, lush valley between steep mountains, to the open mountain landscapes.
Outdoor activities and nature
Gravemsetra i Sunndal
Sunndal
Family friendly hike near Gjøra in Sunndal. Drive Road 70 from Sunndal towards Oppdal and take the turn to Gjøra and then Hafsåsen. Parking at Sagtrøa.
Bathing and wellness
Sunndal swimming hall
Sunndal
Sunndal Swimming Hall, with its two pools, sauna, slide, and kiosk, is a great option for using your bikini when the weather isn't cooperating.
Outdoor activities and nature
Sunndal Alpinsenter
Sunndal
Børsetlia is a family-friendly ski resort near Sunndalsøra. Here you will find one ski lift, three slopes and great possibilities for mountain skiing.
Sightseeing
In Lady Arbuthnott's footsteps
Sunndal
Barbara Arbuthnott was a lady from the Scottish aristocracy. She arrived in Sunndal in 1866, fell in love with the valley.
Sightseeing
The waterfalls in Åmotan
Sunndal
A unique natural phenomenon in Norway. Åmotan is called "the Niagra of the North" with three waterfalls - Svøufallet, Lindalsfallet and Reppfallet.
Outdoor activities and nature
Flaggnuten i Sunndal
Sunndal
The start of the trip to Flaggnuten is in the city center of Sunndalsøra. Drive towards Ålvundeid and Kristiansund along highway 70. Tha parking lot is just before the tunnel, at the wharf in Sunndal. The tour starts at the roadside, next to the parking lot (Nebbfoten). Flaggnuten is Sunndals harshest and roughest short trip. The trail goes steeply up from the highway. After the first 5 to 10 minutes you'll arrive at a plateau overlooking the quay. From here it gets really steep and it is hung up the chain to get a grip while you're climbing. Take your time and make good hold with hands and feet, especially when the mountains are wet. From the first steep overhang is approximately five minutes walk up a steep path up to a new hinge chain. After this climb it calms down a little and although it is steep you are done with the roughest part of the route. A good half hour walk will take you to a stream that tend to have good water levels in the spring and early summer. Once you have passed the creek you have to walk about 10-15 meters down the hill. Just under ten minutes easy walk leads to the viewpoint. Flaggnuten is reachable most of the year. The trail is steep, located on the sunny side and the local wind called "Litldalsvinden" takes so well that it rarely snow stays in the trail. The tour may well be extended. Approximately 250 meters before reaching Flaggnuten a trail goes off to Bjønnalauvet and up to Hovsnebba (1554 m)
Outdoor activities and nature
2-day electric bike tour across Aursjøvegen
Sunndal
An adventure know to be a tougher challenge than Trollstigen, but the reward is a unique bike ride on a quiet gravel road. A hidden gem!
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
Accommodation
Fugelvåg Camping
Sunndal
Fugelvåg camping is idyllic located between the fjord, mountains and waterfalls. Travel here to fish, hike and spend time with your family.
Accommodation
Phillipshaugen Lodge
Sunndal
At the foot of the mighty mountains in Øksendal, you will find a unique lodge accommodation that is a perfect starting point for skiing and hiking adventures.
Accommodation
Renndølsetra - Summer pasture farm hotel in Innerdalen
Innerdalen
Experience a mountain pasture farm with historic charm at Renndølsetra. Open throughout the summer and weekends until the end of September.
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