Averøy
Averøy is Norway’s coastal mixtape — a rugged island municipality in Møre og Romsdal where Viking legends, Stone Age caves, and one of the world’s wildest roads all share the spotlight. With around 6,000 residents and a landscape shaped by sea and storm, Averøy is best known for the **Atlantic Ocean Road**, a serpentine stretch of bridges that dances across the waves. It’s a place where history runs deep, nature runs wild, and the views run off the charts.
Top Attractions
- Atlantic Ocean Road – Norway’s most scenic drive
- Storseisundet Bridge – the “rollercoaster” bridge
- Eldhusøya – floating walkway & panoramic café
- Kvernes Stave Church – built circa 1300
- Bremsneshola Cave – Stone Age site & sea views
Where to Stay
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Where to Eat
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Getting There
Averøy is connected to Kristiansund via the Atlantic Ocean Tunnel and to the mainland via the Atlantic Road. The Rv64 highway runs through the island. Buses operate from Molde and Kristiansund, and local boats serve nearby islands. The nearest airport is Kristiansund (KSU), about 30 minutes away.
Maps: Getting to Averøy
From Kristiansund
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