Island Discovery
Port
Alesund, Norway
Activity Level
low
Duration
4:00 Hours
Journey to the ‘Viking saga islands’ in the Giske municipality to behold stunning scenery and hear fascinating tales of the region’s rulers.
Cross the Giske Bridge to the eponymous island, birthplace of the legendary Viking chieftain Rollo and the centre of power in the Middle Ages. Stop to photograph the white marble exterior of the quaint Giske Church, once the private chapel of an influential local family.
Head through the tunnel to the island of Godøy and the picturesque fishing village of Alnes. Visit the pretty lighthouse and climb the stairs to marvel at views across the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding islands on a clear day. Here you will enjoy a refreshment stop with Norwegian cake and coffee & tea before you return to the city.
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