Snowshoeing from Ålesund
Snowshoeing to find the best viewpoint towards the beautiful Sunnmøre Alps in Norway. It's much easier to learn to walk with snowshoes than to become a skilled skier. For many snowshoeing will be a brilliant gateway to completely new winter experiences.
About the experience
Snowshoeing to find the best viewpoint towards the beautiful Sunnmøre Alps in Norway. It's much easier to learn to walk with snowshoes than to become a skilled skier. For many snowshoeing will be a brilliant gateway to completely new winter experiences.
On Snowshoes in Ålesund. Snowshoeing to find the best viewpoint towards the beautiful Sunnmøre Alps in Norway.
Snowshoeing is an increasingly popular and easy way to experience the winter landscape. In the Alps and the USA, many have discovered the magic of using snowshoes and now this activity is gaining ground in Norway. The benefits are numerous: you don't need experience beforehand; you get very close to nature and you are guaranteed to make new memories.
There are many possible routes and beautiful spots around Ålesund, Norway and our experienced guides tailor the trip according to the weather conditions and the participants' skill levels. We enjoy a local packed lunch, drink hot cocoa and relish the winter. Not many know it yet, but Ålesund and the surrounding areas offer many fantastic snowshoeing trips in beautiful surroundings. Our experienced guides know how to adapt the trip based on the weather conditions and the participants' skill levels.
The snowshoe trip starts at the Uteguiden Activity Center in Ålesund city. Here you will meet the guide who will first provide you with the necessary equipment and give you an introduction to snowshoeing technique. Simply put, the snowshoes prevent you from sinking into the snow as you walk in the snow-covered landscape.
It's much easier to learn to walk with snowshoes than to become a skilled skier. For many snowshoeing will be a brilliant gateway to completely new winter experiences.
From the Uteguiden Activity Center, we drive together for about 30-to-40 minutes towards our hiking destination. The trip itself takes about 3.5 hours. The guide will share insights into the local flora and fauna, tell you stories about the area and local traditions. There will be opportunities to take a break along the way, take pictures and enjoy the spectacular views. After a pleasant outdoor lunch, we return to Ålesund with new, beautiful winter memories.
Facts
• The trip starts and ends in Ålesund.
• Total length round trip 3-to-5 km.
• The difficulty level can be adjusted for both beginners and experienced hikers.
• Local lunch is included.
Tilleggsinformasjon
Included
• Local knowledgeable guide.
• Local lunch.
• Snowshoes and poles.
Bring
• Waterproof winter clothing.
• Wool baselayers.
• Fleece or wool sweater.
• Sturdy hiking boots/winter boots.
• Wool socks.
• Hat and gloves/mittens.
• Water bottle.
• Lunch and some snacks.
• Backpack (10-25L).
• Camera.
• We recommend bringing an extra set of wool base layer and socks.
Equipment
You will be provided with snowshoes and poles.
Limitations
• Normal physical fitness.
• Minimum age of 13 years old.
• Sobriety (alcohol consumption is not allowed before or during the trip).
Safety Rules
You are required to read our safety rules to participate in our courses and trips.
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Practical info
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Difficulty
- easy
- Minstealder
- 13 years
- Maks deltakere
- 8
- Location
- Ålesund, Western Norway
Avgangstider
1.December - 15.April Thursday & Saturday 09.00
Important information
Your safety
To keep you safe, we have some safety instructions and requirements we need you to follow. Read our safety rules here.
Restrictions
Normal physical shape
13 year age limit
Sober
Participants
Minimum number of participants are 3. If there are too few, you will be offered to reschedule or join one of our other tours. If you decide not to reschedule or join another tour, you will be refunded.
Cancellation
If trips are cancelled by Uteguiden, either due to extreme weather or too few participants, the cost of the trip will be refunded in full. Read our full terms and conditions here.
Meeting point
Notenesgata 3, Uteguiden Ålesund
Ålesund, Western Norway
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