Aure

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Aure is Norway’s coastal time capsule - a place where Viking burial mounds meet saltwater maelstroms and sea eagles patrol the skies. Located in Møre og Romsdal county, this island-rich municipality blends rugged nature, maritime heritage, and industrial innovation. With around 3,400 residents and nearly 300 km of coastline, Aure is a haven for hikers, anglers, and history buffs alike. It’s where klippfisk was born, and where the mountains rise straight from the sea like ancient sentinels.

Top Attractions

• Foldfjordstraumen

  wild saltwater maelstrom

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• Jutulholet

  WWII relics & rock cave hike

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• Kråksundet Fishing & Maritime Museum

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• Aure Church

  one of Norway’s largest wooden churches

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• Fjordruta Trail

  multi-day mountain hike

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Unique Experiences

• Tustna snekke boatbuilding and restoration

  Work with local boatwrights on restoring the traditional Nordmøre snekke, learning island‑specific joinery and finishing techniques.

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• Melland Fort WWII coastal fortress on Skardsøya

  Walk the marked cultural trails through this preserved German coastal fort from 1943-44, with bunkers, cannon batteries, and a command centre guarding the approach to Trondheim.

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• Stemshaug cultural‑house evenings

  Attend intimate concerts and storytelling nights focused on Nordmøre dialects, ballads, and local oral history unique to Aure’s communities.

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• Sea‑eagle cliff photography at Ertvågøy

  Join a guided photography outing to the coastal cliffs around Ertvågøy to capture white‑tailed eagles and dramatic Nordmøre seascapes.

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• Traditional net‑mending and ropework workshop in Aure harbour

  Learn coastal rope splicing, net repair, and maritime knotwork from local artisans preserving Aure’s seafaring crafts.

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Where to Stay in Aure

Landlig idyll med fjordutsikt9.6 / 10 · ★★★★ · 22 reviewsfrom 6 / nightHus ved Valsøyfjorden9.1 / 10 · 27 reviewsfrom 2 / nightOvernatting Rodal8.5 / 10 · 84 reviewsfrom 4 / nightValsøya8.2 / 10 · 281 reviewsfrom 9 / nightHandelsmannens hus ved Otnesbrygga, Valsøyfjord9.3 / 10 · ★★★ · 4 reviewsfrom 8 / night2 Bedroom Stunning Home In Foldfjorden10 / 10 · ★★★★ · 1 reviewsfrom 2 / night

Getting There

Aure is about 150 km west of Trondheim along the E39. Ferries connect Arasvika and Hennset, and express boats stop at Kjørsvikbugen. Buses run to Kristiansund and Trondheim, though driving offers the best flexibility. The area is ideal for cycling, hiking, and coastal exploration - especially around Tustna and Ertvågsøya.