Alnes beach is just a short hike from Godø Lodge. Photo: Shutterstock.

Godø is a short car ride from Aalesund, connected by subsea tunnels. Photo: Shutterstock.

The tiny village of Alnes is worth a visit. A short hike from Godø Lodge. Photo: Shutterstock

Just beyond Alesund lies a beautiful alpine landscape with excellent hiking opportunities. Photo: visitalesund/Mattias Fredriksson.

In mid summer, the sun sets at 23.00. Photo: Shutterstock.

Take an exciting boat trip around Godøy island! See visitalesund.no for more information. Photo: visitalesund/Fred Jonny Hammerø.

Godøy island is connected to neighbouring islands by subsea tunnels. Take a trip to Giske or Vigra islands and visit some gorgeous sandy beaches. Photo: Shutterstock.

Alesund has lots of great cafes and restaurants. Photo: Shutterstock.

Godøy with its characteristic silhouette. Photo: Shutterstock.

From Godø Lodge there are several trails to the top of the mountain, where you can enjoy a splendid view of the Atlantic Ocean. Photo: Shutterstock.

The Alesund area has many ski centers, and great alpine touring or cross-country skiing terrain. See visitalesund.no for more information. Photo: visitalesund/Nils-Erik Bjørholt

At Atlanterhavsparken Aquarium and Science Centre you can learn about and experience life in the ocean along the Norwegian coast. Photo: visitalesund/Roger Engvik

Looking down on the tiny village of Alnes. Photo: Shutterstock.

Take a day trip into the fjords. Photo: visitalesund/Mattias Fredriksson

Take a stroll along the shorefront and enjoy the fresh air. Photo: Shutterstock.

The lighthouse hosts art exhibitions and a small cafe in the summer. Photo: Shutterstock.

Walk the 418 steps up to Aksla viewpoint above Alesund town. Photo: visitalesund/Sverre Hjørnevik

Alesund has severeal interesting museums. Se evisitalesund.no for more information. Photo: visitalesund/Sverre Hjørnevik

The sun sets in the ocean outside Godøy island. Photo: Shutterstock.

Visit the Unesco World Heritage Area just an hour or two by car from Godø Lodge. Photo: visitalesund/Per Eide

View from the top of Godøy island towards Alesund town and the fjords. Photo: Shutterstock.

Nighttime by the central channel in Alesund. Here you can find some excellent restaurants. Photo: Shutterstock.

When the weather conditions are right, you can even surf here! Photo: Shutterstock

Enjoy a calm stroll at the waterfront, or have a picnic at the beach. Photo: Shutterstock.

Go kayaking right in Alesund center! See visitalesund for information. Photo: visitalesund/Fred Jonny Hammerø

Take a day trip to the bird colony at Runde island, and see the thousands of Puffins who nest there. See visitalesund for more info. Photo: visitalesund/Ida Karoline Sævik