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Set between the attractions Romsdalseggen, Trollstigen and Atlanterhavsvegen is the fjord city of Molde, a pleasant small city with charm and atmosphere. Here you will find a unique combination of cultural offerings, spectacular nature, sports and culinary pleasures - experience the festival Moldejazz and enjoy panoramic views of Romsdalen's 222 peaks.

Day trips in Molde

Would you like tips for things to do in Molde? Here are some of our suggestions for day trips and activities!

Roses, jazz and peak panorama

When it comes to Molde, there are four things you simply cannot miss: roses, jazz, panoramic views and football. If you talk to a Norwegian about Molde, most will refer to it as The Town of The Roses due to the city's many lush rose gardens. The term was first coined in 1913 as a brand name for marketing the city. Jazz fans from around the world come to experience the Molde International Jazz Festival staged in Molde every summer. The music festival is Europe's oldest annual jazz festival. All Molde comes alive with music when many thousands come to the city during the festival week.

222 mountain peaks

Molde is located along the Romsdalsfjord and is known for its beautiful surroundings and fantastic views. From the viewpoint Varden (407 masl) you can enjoy the vista of the 222 mountain peaks in the Molde panorama. You can get there in 10 minutes by car from the city center, or an hour on foot. At the top is the restaurant Vardestua, where you can stop for refreshments while resting your eyes on the mountain tops.

Architecture and Romsdal history

Once you are here, you cannot help but notice Aker Stadion and its nearest neighbor Scandic Seilet. Both the hotel by the sea and the football stadium where Molde FK is located were designed by Molde architect Kjell Kosberg. Aker Station has a granite stone and glass façade, while large parts of the Scandic Seilet, which is built on stilts in the sea, towers magnificently 82 meters above sea level.

At Romsdalsmuseet in Molde you can learn more about the history and way of life in Romsdal. For those interested in architecture, we recommend visiting the museum building Krona, which opened in 2016. This is an architectural attraction with distinctive wooden structures both inside and out.

Urban skiing, climbing tower and diving board with mountain views

From the center of Molde it is only a 10 minute drive to Tusten Ski Lifts and the Climbing Park Høyt og Lavt. The ski resort boasts over 500 meters of altitude with raw freeriding, spectacular views and perhaps Norway's best and safest children's slope. Close to the ski resort you can enjoy climbing trails in the forest, a climbing tower with climbing wall, and a free fall simulator.The climbing park also features activities adapted to the youngest and the oldest in your travel group; everyone receives training before embarking on the adventure. Also stop by Moldebadet, an indoor water park in an idyllic location in the heart of Molde city. This spa offers various pool experiences and activities, as well as its own shop and café.

Norway's longest continuous stone staircase

When you visit Molde, taking a mountain hike in the ocean gap or on peaks in Romsdalen are nearby delights. On the island paradise Midsund you will find Norway's longest continuous stone staircase. The Midsund stairs consist of four stair systems up to different peaks. Here, steep mountain sides meet the ocean and give you a great 360-degree view of the ocean gap on the horizon, mountains, and valleys - a unique place for enjoying both sunrise and sunset.

Places near Molde

Molde is conveniently located in the middle of the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, Kristiansund, the Atlantic Road, Åndalsnes and Trollstigen. The town is the perfect base for various experiences in Romsdal all year round. Read more about other places near Molde.

The Atlantic Road

The Atlantic Road in Norway is referred to as the most beautiful journey in the world. With its eight bridges, the road meanders like a sea worm from Kårvåg on Averøya to Vevang at the mainland.

Midsund is beautifully located on the Romsdal coast, close to the cities of Molde and Ålesund. The island group lies at the entrance to the Romsdalsfjord leading out to the Atlantic Ocean and is known for the spectacular Midsundtrappene (the Midsund Steps).

Eikesdalen is a valley in Molde that is considered one of the most magnificent valleys in Romsdal. Here you will find, among other things, Mardalsfossen, Eikesdalsvatnet and the starting point for the spectacular Aursjøvegen.

Travel inspiration

Here you will find a selection of articles that give you further insight in our region. Enjoy pages of inspiration and tailor the perfect trip for you.

Midsundtrappene – Experience one of the worlds longest continuous stone steps in Midsund

Many thousands of stone steps have been built in the mountains in the Midsund archipelago just outside Molde, where Sherpas from Nepal have built a total of more than 10,000 steps.

7 bracing experiences on the Atlantic Road

If you’re going to visit the Atlantic Road, take the time to experience more than just the view. Here are seven of the many bracing experiences you should try near the spectacular ocean road in Northwest Norway.

The spectacular Aursjøvegen road is Norway's wildest detour

The route along Aursjøveien road is often called Norway's wildest detour. For many, it’s a hidden treasure with spectacular views that are best experienced from a bike saddle.

Extraordinary caves – a magical experience

Trollkirka (the troll church) isn’t a church, despite the fact some people have actually got married there. Trollkirka consists of three limestone caves with a 14-meter waterfall, a marble pool and underground streams.

What to see and do in Molde

Romsdal museum - krona.

Romsdal Folk Museum expanded with a new building, Krona, which opened 2016.

Nausta - floating sauna in Molde

Nausta is an architect designed floating sauna where you can bathe or enjoy the Moldefjord all year round. A place to relax by the sea in the center of Molde.

Salmon Center Molde

Through exciting experiences on land and at sea, visitors at Salmon Centre Molde get an insight in modern and sustainable production of Norwegian farmed salmon.

Things to do in Molde

Here is a list of things to do in Molde, today or in the coming days.

How to get there

Are you travelling by car or public transport? Wondering how to get there? We can help you!

Where to eat and sleep

Restaurant hav.

Restaurant Hav is idyllically located by the seaside in the center of Molde. Offers a menu of sea delicacies for a memorable dining experience

Scandic Seilet

Scandic Seilet Hotel in Molde is Northwest Norway's most spectacular hotel! With unique architecture and stunning views of the Romsdalsalpene.

Thon Hotel Moldefjord

Thon Hotel Moldefjord in the heart of Molde and close to the fjord. An intimate bed & breakfast hotel welcomes you with a warm atmosphere and friendly staff.

The Bjørnson Festival

The Bjørnson literature festival is one of Norways's biggest and named after the first Norwegian winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature, Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson.

Moldejazz 2025

Moldejazz is the oldest continuously running jazz festival in the world , as well as the most important one in Norway.

Upcoming events

You may also be interested in, 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 mountain capital of Åndalsnes is located in the heart of Romsdalen. Here you will find a wide range of activities throughout the year. Travel with the Rauma line when you go on a summit hike or experience the famous attractions Trollstigen, Romsdalseggen and the viewpoint Rampestreken.

Ålesund town

Ålesund municipality encompasses a large geographical area made up of islands and mountains.The island of Sula, home to Mount Sulafjellet and the Devold factory, and the island of Giske, home to Alnes lighthouse and the lovely beaches at Vigra, are also nearby.

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The small city of Molde was originally a trading post in the Middle Ages and by the late 19th century it earned the nicknamed the “City of Roses” for its lavish gardens and parks.

The small city of Molde was originally a trading post in the Middle Ages and by the late 19th century it earned the nicknamed the “City of Roses” for its lavish gardens and parks.

Today that moniker still fits even though much of the city and its greenery was destroyed by fires in 1916 and 1940. One of the city’s best rose gardens can be found on the roof of the town hall, offering great views of the 222 majestic mountain peaks comprising the Molde Panorama.

Along Storgata , Molde’s main shopping street, visitors can find cafes and shops of all kinds, and just a short walk from the centre is the Romsdal Museum , an open-air museum showcasing buildings from the 1600s to early 1900s.

Also nearby is the Fisheries Museum on the island of Hjertøya , which is a replica of a small fishing vil-lage with authentic buildings, boats and fishing equipment that depict local culture from the 1850s onwards.

The city, one of the popular ports of call for the Norwegian Coastal Voyage, is also known for the Molde Jazz Festival that happens every July. Other points of interest in the surrounding areas include the Trollstigen road, the Atlantic Ocean Road, Trollkirka (Troll Church) and Trollveggen.

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• 1 Understand
• 2.1 By plane
• 2.2 By train
• 2.5 By boat
• 3 Get around
• 5.1 Excursions
• 5.2 Guided tours
• 5.3.1 Out of town
• 5.3.2 In town
• 5.4 Festivals
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Molde was from the start a main cruise port in the western fjords of Norway, kaiser Wilhelm II visited Molde every year and the kaiser called the pleasant small town "Nice of the North". Today the town is most interesting because of its superb location on a south slope overlooking the great Moldefjord/Romsdalsfjord and the Romsdal alps around Åndalsnes . This view, the "Molde Panorama", includes as much as 222 alpine summits, many of these reach more than 1000 meters above sea level. The wide Moldefjord/Romsdalsfjord with its many islands and surrounded by alpine summits and little bays and smaller fjords is Norwegian landscape on a grand scale.

During the Norwegian campaign (April 1940) Molde was heavy shelled and most of the town burned down. The King, cabinet, the general staff, foreign diplomats and Norway's gold holdings escaped via Molde during the German invasion. The events at Molde were among the most dramatic during the invasion. The town was rebuilt in a less exciting style, the Church is one of the few notable buildings from the reconstruction.

Molde is one of the three main towns and the administrative centre of the county. It hosts one of the top football teams in the country, a fact that the local people are very proud of. The town also one of the major industry towns in the area. Traditionally this was due to timber and textile related industry, but now it is dominated by maritime and petroleum-based activity. Norway's logistics education hub is also situated here.

Molde Airport, Årø (5   km east of the city centre), serves the town. There are several daily arrivals from the biggest cities in Norway. SAS, Norwegian and Krohn Air have flights to the airport.

• 62.7465 7.2596 1 Molde Airport ( Molde lufthavn ). Molde's own airport is near the centre of Molde. The runway is parallel to the fjord and the flight offers a nice panorama.  

Kristiansund airport is about 1 hour drive, while Ålesund airport is somewhat further (including ferry crossing)

• 62.558 6.114 2 Ålesund Airport, Vigra .  
• 63.1141 7.8276 3 Kristiansund Airport .  

The closest railway station is situated in Åndalsnes (60   km south east of Molde) which is the end-station of the scenic Rauma railway. Åndalsnes can be reached by bus from Molde. The railway connects the area to Dombås and from there: Oslo and Trondheim .

The main road E39 connects Molde with Trondheim in the north and Ålesund and Bergen in the south. Road 64 connects Molde to Åndalsnes where E136 connects to the inland and E6 from Oslo .

Nettbuss has direct bus services to Kristiansund , Ålesund and Trondheim from the bus terminal in the city centre.

Both the north-going and south-going coastal express boats ( Hurtigruten ) call at Molde every day.

A ferry operated by Fjord1 , from Vestnes ferry dock, crosses the Romsdal Fjord from early morning to far into the night, usually every half hour. This ferry is part of road E39. The ferry docks in Molde city centre and is frequently used by passengers without car. The ferry is an excellent way to arrive in Molde as it runs slowly along the city centre to the dock giving a good view of the town.

Express boats ( Hurtigbåten ) from Vestnes also cross the fjord and lead to the city centre.

Most of the attractions in the town centre are reachable by foot. There are also rentable bicycles, and a taxi central located centrally at the bus terminal. There are good bus connections to, from and around Molde.

For additional information regarding public transportation in the area, contact the public transport information at Trafikanten Møre og Romsdal [ dead link ] or on the phone number +47 177.

• Varden - the Molde panorama ( Accessible by road or by the nature trail from the centre of Molde. 10 minutes by car and 1 hour by foot. ). The road and restaurant is open approx. May – October. . From the Varden viewpoint (407 m.a.s.) there is a good view of the town of Molde, the fjord and islands and the famous Molde panorama with its 222 partially snow-clad peaks. On clear days you can see as far as the fishing village of Ona and the dreaded waters of the Hustadvika bay. At the top you will find the Vardestua restaurant, where you can enjoy a good meal in a good atmosphere. There are marked trails which leads you into the Moldemarka countryside.  
• 62.73943 7.14704 1 The Romsdal Museum . One of the largest and most comprehensive folk museums in Norway, established in 1912. More than 50 old buildings originating from all over the region have been moved here to form typical country courtyards of farm buildings, including open hearth houses, sheds, outhouses, smokehouses and a small chapel. The Town Street with Mali’s Café shows typical Molde town houses from the pre-war period. At Holmarka the museum has a stable which houses the museum’s horse, hens, sheep and rabbits. Folk dancing displays by the children’s folk dance group, Leikarringen, in connection with 40-50 cruise ship visits every summer. During the Molde International Jazz Festival, the Romsdal Museum is used as the open-air stage for the big outdoor concerts. Since 2015 the museum holds a separate department dedicated to German artist Kurt Schwitters (1887-1948) that spent his exile in Norway.  
• The lodge used by German artist Kurt Schwitters is on Hjertøya."}},"i":0}}]}'> The Fisheries Museum on Hjertøya , ☏ +47 93 42 54 06 . The Fisheries Museum is in the form of a small fishing village with old houses, fishermen’s shacks, cod-liver oil factory, engineering workshop and schoolroom. It portrays local coastal culture, working life and living conditions from around 1850. Large collection of boats and maritime equipment. The Hjertøya island is a great recreational area where you can hire rowing boats, fish or swim in the sea. Free Schwitters exhibition in the barn. A café and kiosk are available at the weekend. In the summer the Hjertøy Boat has regular departures from the quay by the market square in Molde. Separate prices. The lodge used by German artist Kurt Schwitters is on Hjertøya.  

• The Jazz Boy ( Jazzgutten ). On the lower market square, with the fjord and the mountains as a backdrop, is the bronze statue “Jazzgutten”, a young jazz player with his saxophone. The sculpture by Nina Due, was a gift from the people to commemorate the town’s 250th anniversary in 1992.  
• The green corridor . The green corridor runs from the sea at Reknes to the Chateau (baroque villa), continuing through the Reknes Park up to the ”Pavilion” at the Rekneshaugen viewpoint. The nature trail then passes through the Romsdal Museum and proceeds to Varden (407 m.a.s.), from where you can enjoy a marvellous view of the town, the fjord and the Molde panorama.  
• Molde Cathedral . The cathedral, which was consecrated in 1957, is a double-nave long church in the Gothic style. A 50 metre high freestanding bell tower culminates in a copper-clad pyramid. The interior of the church contains some lovely stained glass and is richly decorated with Christian symbols and signs. It is the third church to be built on the site. The two first ones was destroyed in fires, but an old wooden cross and Axel Ender’s famous “Easter Morning” altarpiece were rescued from the flames.  
• The Rose Maiden ( Rosepiken ). At the Town Hall Square in the “Town of Roses” you can find the bronze statue “Rosepiken”, surrounded by a dancing fountain. The sculpture was a gift to Molde in 1971 from Gotlib Moe. It was sculpted by Ragnhild Butenschøn. Molde Town Hall was completed in 1966 and is the result of an architectural competition won by the architects Cappelen and Rodahl. The roof of the town hall boasts one of the town’s most beautiful rose gardens.  
• The rose garden at the Town Hall . Molde Town Hall was completed in 1966 and is the result of an architectural competition won by the architects Cappelen and Rodahl. The roof of the town hall boasts one of the town’s most beautiful rose gardens.  
• Aker Stadium . One of Norway’s most modern football stadiums, seating 11 200. The stadium is situated on the waterfront to the west of the town centre and is designed by the Molde architect Kjell Kosberg. It has a granite and glass frontage. The stadium was paid for by Kjell Inge Røkke and Bjørn Rune Gjelsten and cost 212 million Norwegian kroner in 1998.  
• Molde Cruise Ship Harbour . Molde has long been a port of call for cruise ships, and the town was one of the main attractions when the first cruise ship with paying passengers visited Norway in 1882. Every summer, 40-50 cruise ships call at Molde Harbour.  
• The Royal Birch and the Peace Grove . The place where King Haakon and Crown Prince Olav sought shelter from German bombers in April 1940 when they were being hunted by the German occupying forces. The Peace Grove next to the Royal Birch was founded by Knut Ødegård, president of the Bjørnson Festival in 1997. It symbolises the continuing struggle for freedom, peace and human dignity both today and in the future.  
• Moldemarka hiking area . The area to the north of Molde, Moldemarka, is a great walking/skiing area all year round with its network of paths, walking trails and skiing tracks. Several of the forest roads take you into wilderness areas where there are information boards with maps at many of the starting points, as well as signposts along the trails. In winter there are approx. 10   km of prepared skiing tracks and a good 7   km of these are floodlit. Outside the skiing season, the “classic” walk is the Gamle Vardeveg road from the Romsdal Museum via the Storlihytta cabin to Varden (407 m.a.s.). It takes about one hour to reach the top, where in summer you can buy refreshments at the Vardestua restaurant. The eastern part of Moldemarka is easily accessible from the car park at Jensgurulia in Nordbyen. To the west, is the Meekdalen valley and the Kringstadsetra summer pasture farm, while further inland you can walk up to Frænavarden (588 m.a.s.) and Valltua (586 m.a.s.). There are many breathtaking views. Walking maps for Molde and Fræna can be bought in bookshops and at the tourist office.  
• 62.874 7.262 2 Trollkyrkja ( Troll's Church ), Fræna north of Molde ( road 64 ). Three limestone/marble caves with underground rivers and waterfalls. 400 meter elevation gain to entrance. The area is rich in marble and limestone. Free . ( updated Dec 2015 )

The fairytale world of Skaret. Skaret is located only ten minutes by car from Molde on RV64. The area is an excellent starting point for those who want to experience nature, culture and handwork traditions. At Skaret you will find old buildings, Norwegian food traditions, handwork, candle factory and activities. In short, the whole place is an adventure. Here, everything is served, from simple home fare to local specialities and abounding feast tables in romantic, rustic surroundings. You will find authentic, handcrafted items including rose-painted artefacts, ceramics, woven articles, clothing, knitware, silverware and plenty of local farm food in the sales exhibits. Skaret also offers an incredible selection of decorative candles from Løiten Lys, the largest producer of handmade candles in Norway. The candlemaking workshop ranges over 3 floors and is one of the most unusual shops in the district. Here you can see how candles are made, tinted and creatively decorated. At Skaret you can visit horses, goats, wild sheep and rabbits throughout the summer. Pony-riding and horse-drawn carriage/sleigh ride can be booked all year. There is also a children's playground, and an open-air pool which is open during the Norwegian school holiday. The area is an excellent starting point for experiencing the countryside, including nature trails, walking trails, running trails and many fishing lakes.

Bud and the Atlantic Road. Within an hours driving from Molde, you can visit the idyllic fishing village of Bud and the famous Atlantic Road, voted the world's nicest road by ”The Guardian”. The road zigzags across bridges and rock-fills from island to island right out at the ocean's edge. It is easy to park your car in one of the many lay-bys and walk a few metres to the smooth coastal rocks and some excellent fishing spots. A stone's throw or two to the west, the shipping lane crosses the notorious waters of the Hustadvika bay, concealing innumerable wrecks. Many people take a trip out here when the autumn storms start to rage. It is quite a sight when the big waves break beside (and sometimes across) the road! The road workers experienced 12 hurricanes during the construction of the Atlantic Road before it was opened in 1989. Around 1900 as many as 120 people lived on these windswept islands. In 2006 the Atlantic Road was voted Norwegian Structure of the Century.

The Trollstigen Road. Trollstigen, “The Troll Ladder”, is the most visited tourist road in Norway, and is located approximately 65   km outside of Molde. The road twists through 11 hairpin bends as it climbs the steep mountain sides up to Stigrøra (858 m.a.s.). In some places it is cut into the mountain, in others it is built on top of stone walls. An impressive bridge in natural stone carries it across the Stigfossen waterfall. There are several ways to experience this splendour on foot. Try the old Kløvstien path over Trollstigen, which has existed for several hundred years, or the route from Trollstigen over to the Trolltindene peaks. The road is closed during winter and is usually opened at the end of May.

Island hopping on two wheels. This cycling tour starts in Molde and proceeds westwards to the island municipalities of Midsund, Sandøy and Aukra. Between the many islands you can relax on ferries or express boats. The tour continues on the mainland to the fishing village of Bud, across small islands and skerries along the Atlantic Road, and ends with the ferry trip from Averøy to Kristiansund. Take the “Hurtigruten” (express coastal service) back to Molde or northwards to Trondheim. Some parts of the cycling tour take you across flat islands right at the ocean's edge, with views of the high mountains on the mainland. There is very little traffic on many stretches, but a complete range of services. En route there are also lots of lovely detours you can take if you want to see more of the area. The route, which totals 200   km, is cycled in stages with overnight stops along the way. Along the route you will pass a multitude of campsites, cabins, seahouses and attractive places to eat. Cycle guide with detailed maps, tour descriptions and interesting detours is available at the tourist office in Molde.

Guided tours

Guided mountain trips. Trollstigen and Trollveggen are attractions most people want to visit. Sign up for a guided mountain trip and experience both at the same time! Guided half day- and day trips are arranged in Åndalsnes on scheduled days during the summer season. All of these trips offer you great nature experiences and fantastic viewpoints. The guide speaks Norwegian, English and German, and is a local who knows the area well. His knowledge of different fields ensures a safe day filled with experiences in the Romsdal mountains. For information, contact Åndalsnes Tourist Office.

Roundtrips with Hurtigruten. Daily trips from Molde at 08.00 with bus via Trollstigen, the strawberry village Valldal and the Eagle Road to Geiranger. Enter Hurtigruten and experience the waterfalls ”The seven sisters” and the Geirangerfjord which is one of UNESCO's world heritage sites. A short stay in the Art Nouveau town Ålesund before arrival in the “Town of Roses”, Molde, at 21.30. Many other great daytrips are also offered in the period June - September.

Fjord Magic. Experience the best of Norway in one day - fjords, waterfalls and mountains: Molde-Åndalsnes-Geiranger-Hellesylt-Norangsdalen-Hjørundfjorden-Ålesund-Molde. Daily trips in the summer season. An experience-rich trip by catamaran, bus and ferry.

Activities and sports

Out of town.

• Diving at Hustadvika. With its multitude of wrecks and its rich animal- and plant life, the Hustadvika bay is a diver's paradise. Underwater visibility of 40 to 60 metres is not unusual in the winter, and there is good visibility during the rest of the year too. Diving equipment hire, organised guided boat trips, diving courses and air fills, are offered at the Atlantic Road.
• Surfing at Hustadvika. Wind surfers dreaming of large waves and plenty of wind can realise their dreams at Hustadvika, which is renowned for its "wild nature”. Here, days where the sea is calm are rare.
• 62.874 7.262 3 Trollkyrkja ( Troll's Church ), Fræna ( road 64 ). Three limestone/marble caves with underground rivers and waterfalls. 400 meter elevation gain to entrance. The area is rich in marble and limestone. Free . ( updated Dec 2015 )
• Sea rafting. Sea rafting trip in a rubber boat, wearing a survival suit, among the innumerable small islands and skerries. High speed and thrills combined with an experience of coastal scenery at close quarters. The trip provides opportunities for forays ashore, barbecues, bathing and seashore discovery expeditions.
• Sea angling. The island municipalities of Aukra, Midsund and Sandøy are excellent starting points for sea angling trips on boats that are built for the open sea. With a strong, short rod, long line and heavy jigs you can catch cod, wolf fish, cusk, ling, saithe, halibut and various kinds of shark. On the landward side of the islands and in the fjords it is possible to fish from ordinary pleasure craft. Along the whole coast there are many good spots for angling from shore with rods, line and lures.
• Hunting and fishing. Fishing in fresh water is reserved for owner, permission from owner necessary. It is permitted to use most types of fishing equipment in the mountains. Many people use otter boards for fishing in mountain lakes, but most prefer to use a rod. The tackle should be light, with a line that is preferably not much thicker than 0.25   mm and small hooks. Small spinners and spoons also work well. Some mountain lakes are ideal for fly-fishing. The best salmon rivers are Aura in Eikesdalen, Batnfjordselva in Batnfjorden, Eira in Eresfjorden, Hustadelva at Hustad, Malmeelva in Malmefjorden, Moaelva in Sylteosen, Måna in Måndalen, Oselva in Kleiveosen, Rauma in Romsdalen, Tressa in Tresfjorden and Visa in Vistdalen. Sea trout migrate up the Oselva river, and freshwater trout can be fished in the Visa, Moaelva and Hustadelva rivers. Lesja is a unique area for those interested in hunting or fishing. There are over 300 mountain lakes, many of them teeming with fish. A state fishing licence is required and can be purchased at any post office. Fishing permits can be bought locally near the rivers. Annual hunting season for wild reindeer, moose and small game, especially grouse.
• Horses and riding. Vestnes has one of the largest Icelandic pony herds in Norway, and there are several enterprises with holiday- and activity offers. Icelandic pony-riding holidays lasting several daya are available, as well as hour long- and day trips.
• Eikrem Golf Course. By Henden Farm, 5   km east of Molde town centre, you will find Eikrem Golf Course with a panoramic view over the fjord and the mountains. Full 9-hole course, par 72, 5470 m. Driving range, putting green, three par-3 practice holes, PGA-pro, pro shop and club- and buggy hire. Open May–October.
• Åndalsnes Golf Course. This hilly 9-hole course lies in beautiful surroundings at Setnesmoen near Åndalsnes. Not many are aware that this was where golf started in Norway. The English salmon lords held golf tournaments in Åndalsnes as early as 1905, on the site of the current golf course. Open May-Oct.
• Ski and snowboard. Bjorli is renowned for its long winters with guaranteed snow. Bjorli has expanded its lift capacity with a 6-seat express chairlift. Beside the chairlift, there are three ski lifts and two children's’ lifts. The mountain also features a 3,5   km green slope. The centre has a total of 20   km of downhill runs, with a total altitude difference of 650 m. Bjorli is a centre that suits everyone: Families with small children, carving enthusiasts and those who want to go off-piste. Bjorli also has approx. 90   km of prepared and marked cross-country tracks in both mountain- and woodland terrain.
• Both skiing centres has a halfpipe, children's slide, sledging slope, ski school, ski workshop, skiers’ café and ski hire. Cross-country and Telemark enthusiasts can buy skiing maps with marked suggestions at tourist information offices.
• Rauma Skisenter (Skorgedalen=
• Ørskogfjell Skisenter
• Mountain hiking . There are countless opportunities for mountain walking in Molde and Romsdal, both short walks suitable for families and more demanding summit hikes for more experienced walkers. Check out the municipalities’ web sites for suggestions.
• Base jumping. The mountains of the Romsdalen and Eikesdalen valleys are some of the best places in the world for base jumping. Kalskråtinden, Gridsetskolten and Unionsveggen are popular exit points in Romsdalen. In Eikesdalen, there is Strandkolvet (Katthammaren), Aurstupet and Vikesaksa. In Julsundet, 10   km west of Molde, you can jump from Ravnfloget. Base jumping from the Trollveggen wall is prohibited. All base jumping in the region is at own risk.
• Mountaineering and peak climbing. In summer you can choose between climbing, abseiling and peak climbing. Romsdalshorn, Vengetind and Juratind are the most popular peaks for climbing. The ascent of the Litlefjellet mountain, continuing up the north wall of Romsdalshorn is the most usual, with climbing the last 300 metres. Contact the tourist information for further tour suggestions.
• Football: Molde FK play soccer in Eliteserien, the country's top tier. Their home ground is Aker Stadion, capacity 11,250, on the seafront 500 m west of town centre.
• Tusten Skiheiser is a 10-minute drive from Molde town centre. The alpine skiing centre is built around 3 lifts, and offers up to 20   km of prepared pistes, 3   km of which are floodlit. The 15 slopes have varying degrees of difficulty, ranging from beginners to very difficult. The centre also has a 3,5   km2 ungroomed mountain area for off-piste.
• Moldejazz . 14–19 Jul 2014 . This international jazz festival was established in 1961. Concerts from kr   150 to kr   680 (some concerts are free), Day pass: kr   785, Week pass kr   2975 .  

Storgata is Molde's shopping street with shops and services of all kinds. Here you can find MoldeTorget, a shopping centre with 42 shops. From the centre it is just a short stroll to the town's biggest shopping centre, Amfi Roseby, with 50 shops. There are souvenirs to be bought in some of the shops along the Storgata street, and local handcrafted items can be found in speciality shops. If you are looking for something special, farm food products of various kinds can be purchased at selected distributors and on market days in the centre.

The centre of Molde has a variety of tempting indoor and outdoor restaurants, cafés and coffee bars. Here are some of them:

• Burger King ( fast food ).  
• Café MoldeTorget ( café ).  
• China House Restaurant ( Chinese ).  
• Dolly Dimples ( pizza and more ).  
• Egon ( restaurant ).  
• Fole Godt ( bakery ).  
• Gimle ( traditional ).  
• Kneipen ( café ).  
• Milano Restaurant ( Italian ).  
• Molde Fjordstuer ( fish and more ).  
• Opus ( café ).  
• Outzen ( bakery ).  
• Peppes Pizza ( pizza and more ).  
• Petrines Pizza ( pizza and more ).  
• Quick Bite ( fast food ).  
• Rød ( café ).  
• Skippy's ( fast food ).  
• Vardestua ( café/restaurant ).  
• Vertshuset ( restaurant ).  
• Vinsj ( lunch ).  
• Sportspuben 1911 , Storgata 1-7 . Football pub  
• BarAlex , Storgata 1-7 ( At Quality Hotel Alexandra ).  
• Bare Blå, Rød and Mørkerød , Storgata 19 .  
• Dockside . Pub with outdoor area in the summer.  
• Lille . Lounge  
• Løkta ( At Molde Fjordstuer ).  
• Kompagniet . Discothèque  
• Storseilet Bar ( 14th floor of Rica Seilet Hotel ). Bar  
• Tangenten . Pianobar  
• Vinsj . Bar  

In the area around Molde you will find a wide selection of accommodation possibilities, from luxurious hotels to rustic seaside cottages, and a variety of cabins, holiday houses, "rorbuer" and camping sites. All hotels offer weekend prices all year and a breakfast included. In addition to private accommodation, there are six hotels and one camping site in the centre of Molde:

• Comfort Hotel Nobel , Amntm. Kroghs g. 5 , ☏ +47 71 25 15 55 , [email protected] .  
• Hotell Molde , Storg. 19 , ☏ +47 71 20 30 00 , [email protected] .  
• Molde Fjordstuer , Julsundv. 6 , ☏ +47 71 20 10 60 , [email protected] .  
• Quality Hotel Alexandra , Storg. 1-7 , ☏ +47 71 20 37 50 , [email protected] .  
• Rica Seilet Hotel , Gideonv. 2 , ☏ +47 71 11 40 00 , [email protected] .  
• Thon Hotel Moldefjord , Storg. 8 , ☏ +47 71 20 35 00 , [email protected] .  

Camping site

• 62.7424 7.2337 1 Kviltorp Camping , Fannestrandv. 142 , ☏ +47 71 21 17 42 , [email protected] . Tent: kr   125, Cabin: kr   475-1900 (mandatory cleaning: kr   50-300, bed linen: kr   65) .  
• 62.8145 7.2253 2 Bjølstad Camping , Malmefjorden ( Bus from Molde for kr   41 ), ☏ +47 71 26 56 56 , [email protected] . Tent: kr   100 .  
• 62.7365 7.1232 3 Molde Hostel ( Molde Vandrerhjem ), Raumavegen 2-4 ( 2 km west of the city centre ), ☏ +47 71 25 94 70 , [email protected] . Open only in the summer months (approx. June–August). Dorm: kr   300, Double: kr   700-800 .  
• 62.73608 7.15528 4 Molde Library ( Molde bibliotek ), Gørvellplassen 1 ( Can be found just of the main street in the culture centre known as "Plassen" ). M–Th 10:00–19:00, F 10:00–16:00, Sa 10:00–15:00 . Free usage of computers and Wi-Fi. Printing is also available for a fee.  

Wireless Internet is also available in several restaurants and cafés.

You can use the lockers inside the bus station ( Trafikkterminalen ) for kr   20.

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Molde, Norway Is Delightful And I Sort of Want to Live There

May 17, 2023 by Silvia 6 Comments

When I think about the Møre and Romsdal county of Norway Ålesund and Kristiansund are the two main cities that come to mind. In fact I only included Molde on my itinerary because I was going to be passing through anyway, after driving the Atlantic Ocean Road . Oh and also my mother told me to.

I guess parents do know best, because I loved Molde. Like, I think I even prefer Molde to Ålesund?! That seems like a crazy thing to say because Ålesund is widely considered one of the most beautiful cities in  all of Norway , and certainly the most beautiful in Møre and Romsdal. But somehow Molde managed to enchant me just a little bit more.

Okay, this could also be because when I visited Ålesund it was super rainy, and in Molde I had one of the first truly warm, sunny days of the year. In fact I think it was my first time walking outside without a jacket this year, which probably added to my enjoyment of the city. Though the nice weather may not have been a coincidence, as Molde’s fjord setting a bit inland protects the city from the harsh elements that so often batter Ålesund and Kristiansund.

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But also I found downtown Molde a lot more lively and modern than Ålesund and Kristiansund, both of which are beautiful cities but feel somewhat frozen in time.

Again, I’m sure the sunshine had a lot to do with the liveliness of downtown Molde, but I think even in the rain I would have enjoyed Molde’s cute shops and cafes.

Molde has a population of 26,000, making it about the same size as Kristiansund, which I was surprised to find out because I feel like Kristiansund is a much more popular tourist destination. I also learned that Molde was heavily hit during World War II, which along with a fire in 1916 explains Molde’s clean lines and lack of the typical old wooden houses we find in most Norwegian cities.

Molde is known as the City of Roses, though when I visited in late May it looked more like the City of Tulips. It’s also home to a weeklong International Jazz Festival , one of the oldest jazz festivals in Europe, as well as one of Norway’s top soccer teams. My mother also informed me that Molde is the hometown of the author Jo Nesbø, whom surely all of you have now read after reading my list of the best Norwegian novels .

But what did I get up to in Molde?

I walked around the city, enjoyed the sunshine at Molde’s beautiful harbor, and popped into a couple of shops and cafés. Oh and of course I had to drive up to Varden, Molde’s famous “Molde Panorama” viewpoint overlooking the city, with a backdrop of 222 snowcapped mountain peaks.

This is also a popular hiking spot, and there were  so many hikers out while I was there – again, adding to the lively feeling of the city. The hike up here from the city center takes about an hour.

The viewpoint is definitely impressive, though to be honest I didn’t really need to visit a viewpoint for impressive views, as Molde is surrounded by stunning mountains that can be seen from just about anywhere in the city. I couldn’t quite believe it when I drove into the city – the views here are  incredible .

My favorite coffee shop was Fole Godt , which is super cosy and typical Norwegian style inside with colorful wooden tables. I can definitely recommend the cinnamon roll – and I have very high standards for my cinnamon rolls, so this one really was good.

And then I also stopped at Kneipen , which wasn’t quite as charming as Fole Godt, but the outdoor patio was packed (or at least the social distancing version of packed) and it was the perfect downtown spot to sit in the sun.

Molde is also home to one of Norway’s largest folk museums,  The Romsdal Museum , which was established in 1912. It was still closed when I visited, but I imagine it’s definitely worth a visit to see what pre-war Molde homes and buildings looked like. Plus it’s just a short walk from the city center.

If you visit Molde you also absolutely must explore some of the surrounding fjords. From Molde I drove to Romsdalsfjord, where I went for a long hike and then camped for the night, which I wrote about here . And Molde is also just a two hour drive from Trollstigen , one of Norway’s most famous drives.

Where to stay in Molde

I stayed at Molde Fjordstuer , right by the harbor in downtown Molde. To be honest I didn’t love it here. My room had an awkward setup and the breakfast wasn’t great.

I chose this hotel because I had just stayed at the  Thon Hotel in Kristiansund and thought I should mix it up, but ultimately I regretted not going with the Thon Hotel Moldefjord , which was right down the street and even a bit cheaper, but would have been nicer (at least if it’s the same standard as other Thon hotels I’ve stayed at). Oh and the Thon Hotel has free parking, whereas Molde Fjordstuer did not.

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June 25, 2020 at 7:23 pm

Oh yeah, sunny pictures with a summer vibe! I love those. It definitely seems like Molde should feature in the Epic Roadtrip of my Dreams one day! Also, I miss cinnamon rolls. They’re surprisingly rare here in the Netherlands! And you’ve reminded me that I need to buy that Anne B Ragde book you mentioned… Something to read when I finish grading for the summer!

Sheila says

December 30, 2020 at 2:08 pm

I enjoyed your article. I thought Molde was a distant and lonely place. Will visit after the Pandemic.

Leslie H says

February 11, 2021 at 4:10 pm

Since the pandemic started, I’ve been “traveling” via live webcams. Molde is one of my favorites to watch … very pretty! Don’t know if I’ll ever make it there, but it’s helping me thru this time of staying in. My husband & I have been married 27 years. He wanted to renew our vows for our 25th. I told him, when he takes me to Molde … we’ll renew our vows. Whenever that might be …

Ester spain says

September 7, 2022 at 5:30 am

I wonder if this is a place for my son to visit . He was born in Molde fifty three years ago. Maybe it’s a place he can meet a well educated woman he could correspond with?

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September 17, 2022 at 6:59 am

I found this page when I was looking up “living in Molde” and I’m wondering: Why “sort of” rather than “definitely”? I’m asking because an opportunity came up there for me so I’d love to hear both the good and the bad. Being from New York and currently living in Helsinki, I wonder if Molde would be tough to adjust to (my university had more people than the city). By the way, it may not entirely be culture shock issues: I’m into solo traveling as well — almost visiting as many countries as you (75) — but I’ve got a toddler now so things are not as freewheeling now(!)

Silvia says

September 17, 2022 at 10:04 am

Yeah I think the one concern I would have living in Molde is that it’s so small. But I think I would definitely consider moving their if I had a family! It seems like a great place for a child to grow up. And it’s near some of Norway’s most beautiful nature, so would be perfect if you’re into the outdoors.

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Molde, Norway is one of the country’s most marvelous towns. Here’s why

Posted By: Lara Rasin 30. October 2020

The charming fjord town of Molde, Norway has to be on your travel wish list. Read on to find out why this beautiful town – with its amazing 360 fjord vistas, music, and soccer scene – is a must-see spot during your Norwegian adventure. Also – learn why it’s, quite aptly (and perhaps unusually), called the “Town of Roses”!

Molde offers an array of classically Scandinavian attractions, such as fantastic fjord views, Norwegian architecture, and mouthwatering seafood.

It’s also known for a few not-so-typically-Scandi things, such as jazz music and rose gardens. 

We’re bringing you all the authentic and extraordinary aspects of Molde, along with a guide to the city’s location, weather, and more.

Molde, Norway: Things to do and sights to see

Go hiking in molde, norway.

Picture-perfect Molde is surrounded by 222 mountain peaks. The most popular viewpoint of the town and beyond is called Varden, which sits just over 400 meters above sea level.

From Varden hill, you can experience the so-called “Molde Panorama” which includes views of the town and all of its surrounding mountain peaks.

Find the Varden viewpoint an hour’s walk, or a 10-minute drive, away from the town’s center.

One of the most popular hikes in all of Norway is located just 60 km (about an hour and a half driving) from Molde.

The Romsdalseggen hike is made up of sweeping views (that’ll stop even the most experienced of hikers in their tracks).

Imagine panoramas of fjords, hills, snow-capped peaks, and waterfalls, all along the way.

You’ll even get views of Molde and the Norwegian Sea beyond the mainland. Hikers can choose from three route options: easy, moderate, and difficult (the last one requires an expert mountain guide).

This trail, in total, lasts between five and seven hours and spans ten km. It’s open from July to September each year.

Explore the area

Molde tours offer avid adventurers endless opportunities to explore the area outside of town.

The Molde cruise port is full of life and traffic all year long. From the port, you can embark on a guided kayak tour down the town’s stunning home fjord of Romsdalsfjord.

Alternatively, you can explore the surrounding region on two wheels; with either a self-guided or expert-led cycling tour down the fjord’s waterfront or, alternatively (and a bit more difficultly) through the mountains.

Stop and smell the roses

Molde, Norway is known as the “Town of Roses”. Surprised that a Scandinavian town is associated with this warm weather-loving flower, usually associated with tropical or Mediterranean landscapes?

Molde’s unusual nickname dates back to the early 20th century.

Since then, and even earlier, colorful rose gardens have dotted the entire town.

Molde’s roses are very carefully cared for and add to the town’s unique charm.

Catch a jazz show

Here’s another Molde fastball: the town hosts the oldest annual jazz festival in all of Europe.

The Molde International Jazz Festival draws thousands of jazz enthusiasts and musicians to the town each year. This groovy festival usually lasts an entire week, to all attendees’ delights.

The town solidifies its love for jazz through a statue known as Jazzgutten  (“The Jazz Boy”), which sits in the center against a backdrop of mountains and fjord.

This bronze sculpture depicts a young saxophone player and was created by Nina Due . The statue was raised in the town in 1992.

Have a ball at Aker Stadium

Aker Stadium is a Molde architectural icon – and also one of the entire country’s best soccer stadiums.

Aker Stadium was designed by local architect Kjell Kosberg  and features a trademark granite and glass exterior.

It was completed in 1998 and inside, it seats 11,200, along with housing a restaurant, cafe, press tribunes, commentary boxes, a press conference room, and more.

You’ll find the stadium right by the water on the west side of Molde’s center.

Bonus points if you can catch a Molde, Norway FC game! The stadium’s (and town’s) resident football club is called Molde Fotballklubb.

The team was founded in 1911 and today takes part in Eliteserien, the top soccer competition in Norway. 

Introducing Molde, Norway: Weather and location

The marvelous town of Molde makes its home on the banks of winding Romsdalsfjord. The Molde population is just around 25,000. 

Molde, Norway is located on the 59th latitude north. It’s situated a bit too far south for anyone to experience the northern lights and the midnight sun  there – but it’s full to the brim with myriad other natural delights.

December is the month during which Molde experiences its coldest weather. In December, the sun sets around 3:00 PM and rises around 10:00 AM, making for about five hours of daylight per day. December temperatures in the town average between -1 and 4 degrees Celsius.

In July, the sun sets around 11:30 PM and rises around 3:30 AM; that’s around 20 hours of daylight every day (which, isn’t quite the midnight sun, but is still quite the experience). July is also Molde’s warmest month with temperatures averaging between 12 and 20 degrees Celsius.

To sum things up: the Molde weather definitely varies from season to season, but it’s more temperate than other areas that sit at the same latitude – this is due to the warming effect of the Gulf Stream.

Molde, Norway transportation: How to get here

Planning a road trip around Norway and want to make a pit stop in Molde? We’ve got you covered with all of the distance information on other Norwegian cities you might be traveling from or to.

The distance from Molde to Ålesund is 82 km, from Molde to Trondheim 220 km, from Molde to Flam 370 km, from Molde to Oslo 490 km, from Molde to Stavanger 710 km, from Molde to Kristiansand 782 km, from Molde to Bodø 1000 km, from Molde to Henningsvær 1120 km, from Molde to Tromsø 1400 km, and from Molde to the North Cape 1600 km. 

Looking for flights to Molde, Norway, instead? There are numerous nearby airports that meet that need, as well.

The closest airport to Molde is Molde Airport, located 7 km from the city center. Molde Airport has flights to and from Oslo and Bergen. The closest international airport to Molde is Ålesund Airport , located 18 kilometers outside of the Alesund city center, and 95 km from Molde.

Alesund Airport is internationally connected to the following cities: Alicante, Spain; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Copenhagen, Denmark; Gdansk, Poland; and Kaunas, Lithuania.

Alesund Airport is also domestically connected to Bergen, Kristiansund, Oslo, and Trondheim.

Next-closest is  Trondheim Airport , a 33-kilometer drive from the Trondheim city center, and 250 km from Molde.

Trondheim Airport has international flights to the following cities: Alicante, Spain; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Copenhagen, Denmark; Dubrovnik, Croatia; Gdansk, Poland; Krakow, Poland; London, United Kingdom; Malaga, Spain; Murcia, Spain; Nice, France; Riga, Latvia; Split, Croatia; and Stockholm, Sweden.

It also has domestic flights to and from Bergen, Bodø, Bronnoysund, Harstad/Narvik, Kristiansand, Kristiansund, Mo i Rana, Mosjøen, Namsos, Oslo, Rørvik, Sandefjord, Sandnessjøen, Stavanger, Tromsø, and Ålesund.

To make your trip even easier, you can find the full lowdown on all of Norway’s airports here.

No matter your choice of transportation – once you get to town, get ready to ooh and aah at the endless marvels of Molde, Norway.

Source: Norway Today

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Molde, the second largest city in the province of Møre and Romsdal, lies along the shores of the Romsdalsfjord. Known for its beautiful location and surrounding scenery, Molde has attracted international travellers since the 1800s. One famous visitor, the German emperor Wilhelm II, even referred to Molde as “The Nice of the North”. Today, most of the charming city center consists of relatively modern architecture after a city fire in 1916 and heavy bombardments during World War II.

When visiting Molde, don’t be surprised if you find yourself surrounded by roses! In fact, Molde is known as The City of Roses and you will soon discover this iconic flower all around you. In the city center you will find rose gardens, parks, statues and murals. There is even a rose garden on the town hall roof, freely accessible for all! Thanks to its relatively mild climate, decorative gardening has been popular in Molde for many generations, earning the city its famous nick-name.

Molde is surrounded by fjords, mountains, small islets and archipelagos. From the city mountain of Varden, which is accessible by vehicle, you can enjoy the spectacular view over the Romsdalsfjord. Across the fjord lies the majestic mountain range known as the “Alps of Romsdal”, with some of Norway’s highest peaks. One a clear day, you can count 222 mountain tops in the distance! Travelling in the other direction, towards the open sea, you will find one of Norway’s most famous roads: the Atlantic Road. This impressive construction is made up of a series of bridges, winding its way from island to island on the shores of the wild Atlantic Ocean.

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From the viewpoint Varden, you can see 222 peaks, most of which are over 1000 meters high. It takes 10 minutes by car or 1 hour on foot on the nature trail 'The Green Corridor' from the center of Molde. At the top is the restaurant Vardestua, where you can stop for refreshments. The restaurant is open approximately from May to October.

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Molde – the City of Roses

Protected from the harsh surrounding elements, molde is beautifully seated in a spectacular fjord landscape..

The many lush and flowering rose gardens have given this lovely fjord town its label "The City of Roses". Home to 25,000 inhabitants, Molde is the administrative centre and commercial hub of Møre og Romsdal county. It offers a fabulous mountain panorama view and a relatively mild climate. Molde Jazz, Norway's largest jazz festival, showcases jazz from all corners of the world for a week each summer.

The town has a viewpoint called Varden where you can enjoy views of the city, fjords, archipelagos and 222 snow peaks. Molde also houses one of Norway’s largest folk museums, Romsdalsmuseet, a cultural and scientific institution established in 1912. It displays buildings and interiors from the region, and also has its own library and local history archive.

The museum of fisheries, located on the idyllic Hjertøya island, shows the local coastal culture, work environment and living conditions you could find in the region from 1850 and onwards. The island is a great nature area with the opportunity to rent fishing equipment and rowing boats, and to go on a picnic before heading for a hike or a swim. The perfect place to go on a hot summer day.

A history of Molde

Molde was granted city status in 1742. The city continued to grow throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, becoming a centre for the Norwegian textile and garment industry, as well as the administrative centre for the region, and a major tourist destination. A fire in 1916 and bombings during World War II left most of the city’s old wooden buildings in ruins. This is the background for Molde's simple, clean and functional post-war architecture.

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