Alesund And His Great Architecture “art Nouveau “
Alesund is a charming Norwegian city closely linked to the art nouveau architectural style . The reason? We will discover it for you, as well as everything you have to see if you decide to travel to this tremendously inspiring, modernist and beautiful place. Can you come with us?
The reconstruction of Alesund
In 1904 the city of Alesund suffered a terrible fire that forced it to change its appearance. The fire destroyed buildings, houses and everything in its path in the sixteen hours it was active. Only about 200 homes stood, leaving approximately 10,000 people homeless.
In this way, in 1907 the city regained all its splendor. Of course, it has become a totally different town from what can be seen in other places in the Nordic country, but also in the world.
Where and how to admire the architecture of Alesund
Alesund is full of colorful buildings inspired by national romanticism, with towers and very careful and striking ornamentation. To account for all this, just take a walk through the old town.
Also, to enjoy the best panoramic views of the city and its beautiful and characteristic art nouveu architecture, you can climb Mount Aksla, with various viewpoints. The best thing is to take the ascent calmly, because you have to overcome no less than 418 steps!
The other option is to go to the Fjellstua restaurant, where you can enjoy the views while having a drink or something to eat. Can you think of a better plan?
Those who prefer to simply take a stroll along the Alesundent canal can jump on a boat. An experience at least unique, since the water serves as a mirror and in it the beautiful houses of art nouveau colors are reflected.
Other charms of Alesund
Alesund offers more tourist possibilities apart from the ones we have just seen. You can take a walk along the Skateflukaia pier, the largest in the city. From here the boats leave for Bergen or Kirkenes.
At one end of the quay is the Englandsfarten National Monument. It was built in honor of the ships that came to and from the UK during WWII.
On the other hand, to know the history of the city before the fire, you can go to the Sunnmore Museum. It is open air and is made up of more than 50 old houses. You can enter them and know first-hand the traditions of the town and also the country.
Equally interesting is the Alesund Museum, where local fishing methods are explained, as well as how the typical town boats were built.
Nor should you miss the Atlanterhavsparken. It is a large aquarium in which to enjoy the marine flora and fauna and where it is possible to dive at certain points.
Alesund surroundings
On any trip to Alesund, in addition to admiring its art nouveau architecture , you should not lose sight of its beautiful natural surroundings. And the city is located very close, for example, to the Hjorund and Geiranger fjords, two of the most touristic places in the Nordic country.
In the surroundings of Alesund there is also the island of Runde, a veritable sanctuary for birds, since at the nesting season (between February and August) it can accommodate 500,000 specimens. And you can visit the mountain of Sunnmorsalpene, a beautiful place to practice skiing or hiking.
As we have just seen, Alesund is a unique city in Norway that hides multiple charms that cannot be overlooked. If you like architecture, if you are a nature lover or want to know a very special place, go ahead and visit it.
