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Sunndal is Møre og Romsdal’s waterfall-walled alpine basin - a municipality where glacier-fed rivers roar through steep valleys, musk oxen roam national parks, and a silver wormwood plant crowns the coat of arms. With around 7,200 residents and a landscape shaped by the Driva River, Sunndalsfjorden, and the villages of Sunndalsøra, Ålvundeidet, Øksendalsøra, and Gjøra, Sunndal is the kind of place where you can hike past Europe’s tallest waterfall, explore Norway’s most beautiful valley, and still sip spruce tea beside a salmon stream. It’s got cliffs, cascades, and a name that may stem from *sunnr dalr* - “southern valley.”
Top Attractions
Innerdalen
Norway’s most beautiful valley with hiking trails & alpine farms
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Vinnufossen
Europe’s tallest waterfall (865 m) with steep forest trail
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Åmotan
dramatic confluence of five waterfalls in a deep gorge
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Sunndal National Park Centre
gateway to Dovrefjell & Sunndalsfjella with wildlife exhibits
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Kolbotn
scenic lake with picnic spots & mountain views
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Unique Experiences
Contrast Adventure
guided hikes, ski tours & glacier climbs with certified guides
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Sunndal Alpinsenter
alpine skiing with views of fjords & peaks
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Utistu på Gikling
local gift shop with handmade crafts & mountain charm
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Flånebba & Trolltind
summit hikes with panoramic views over Nordmøre
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Sunndal Svømmehall
indoor pool & wellness center in Sunndalsøra
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Where to Stay in Sunndal
Getting There
Sunndal lies northeast of Molde, with Sunndalsøra as its administrative center. The area is best explored by boots, bike, or bold curiosity - especially if you’re chasing waterfall echoes, musk ox lore, or the hush of pine needles beside a glacier-fed stream.