Perhaps Norway’s most beautiful city, Ålesund has a population of just over 40,000 and is known for its distinctive Art Nouveau architecture. It was rebuilt in that style, with lovely pastel structures, after being almost entirely destroyed by fire in 1904. A perfect base for exploring the fjords, the city also boasts local attractions worth touring for at least a day.Read our full Norwegian Fjords report and contact Indagare for more travel tips for Norway's Ålesund. Our specialists can plan a ...