Student in nature

The mountain

The hiking opportunities in the area are many, and you can even start from school. In the immediate vicinity you can walk to Kringstadnakken and Mekvannet. It is also not far to the "Green Corridor" which can serve as a starting point for many trips in Moldemarka!

Moldemarka has endless hiking opportunities for all levels. Everything from an easy trip around Øverlandsvannet to a longer trip to the top of Frænaverden. You can also walk all the way from the parking lot, Jensgurilia, to the top of Tusten in the east. The possibilities are many, and the trips in Moldemarka are connected all the way. The starting point for several of the trips is Jensgurilia in Norbyen or Damefallet not far north of the city center. HiMolde is so lucky to have its own outdoor group - iFri! Among other things, they arrange several mountain hikes during the year, check them out here.

The hiking opportunities in Molde are endless, and "Stikk ut" has gathered the very best tours at all levels in a top list - check it out here

Molde har mange muligheter for både bortover ski, og nedover ski

Moldemarka er like fin hele året og når det kommer snø blir hele område kjørt opp med gode skispor! Du kan gå de samme turene på ski som til fots på sommeren – bare fantasien, forholdene, og sunn fornuft setter grenser.

Et kvarter ut av byen har vi Skaret skisenter med minst like mange muligheter, du kan gå en liten enkel runde rundt Skarvannet eller begi deg ut på en litt lengre tur til for eksempel Langdalsbu. Her er det også en skistadion med ordentlige løyper for skitrening, eller rulleskitrening utenom snøsesongen – fra skistadion er det også mulig å gå på lengre turer både med og uten ski! Obs! På selve skistadion koster det penger å stå parkert i høysesong

Er du større fan av nedover ski, slalåm, eller snowboard har Molde sitt helt egne skisenter – Tusten! Her er det flere bakker av ulike nivåer, samt terrengpark for de tøffeste. De har også en veldig koselig varmestue med mat og drikke hvor man kan ta en liten pause så beina får hvile. Har du ikke egne ski (eller snowboard) kan dette leies i bakken! Sjekk ut Tusten sine nettsider for mer info, åpningstider og priser her. Det skal også nevnes at det ikke er mange timer i bil/buss til større skianlegg som Bjorli, Oppdal og Stranda.

Explore the fjord by renting a kayak to get a completely different perspective on Molde!

In the summer it is also possible to take the trip to Hjertøya! A small, idyllic island a 10 minute boat ride from the center - see more here

In Molde, there are two beaches to enjoy the nice weather in the summer, Kringstadbukta just below Høgskolen and Retiro further east towards the airport. Both with plenty of space for swimming, sunbathing, playing and grilling!

Read more about what Molde has to offer on VisitNorway's pages!

Kristiansund faces the sea and is built on three islands that are connected by bridges. Between the islands is one of Norway's best natural harbors with three inlets and good depth.

Grip - densely populated island 14 km. out in the ocean. Boat route with Gripexpressen May - August, otherwise possible for booking.

· Sundbåten - the world's oldest means of public transport in continuous use, outbound boat for harbor cruises. Also offers sightseeing during the summer season.

· Vågen coastal culture center with Mellemværftet - museum-run veteran shipyard, Norwegian Clipfish Museum and several other museum facilities.

· The old town in the Inland with Dødeladen Café, cultural brewery, Lossiusgården m.m.

· The cairn with 360 ° panorama, Kringsjå and Vanndammene park area with walking paths.

· Atlanterhavsbadet - swimming pool and water park, open every day.

· Kristiansund is the gateway to Atlanterhavsveien which is located on Averøy, the city's nearest neighbor to the west. The Atlantic Tunnel makes it easy to take the trip from Kristiansund to Averøy and on to the Atlantic Road.

· Freikollen is Kristiansund's highest mountain with its 629 m.o.h. From here you can enjoy the view towards Kristiansund center and the sea, while on the other side you look inwards towards the fjord and mountains.

· Kvalvik Fort is located in Kvalvika on Frei and is an old coastal fort from World War II. Bunkers and cannons in great area. Fishing opportunities.

Read more about what Kristiansund has to offer on Visitnorway's pages!