Wed, 22 July 2026
13:00 – 15:00
Keiser Wilhelms gate 2b, 6003 Ålesund
Viking tour in Ålesund
- Ålesund
- 2 hours
- English, German
Step into the world of the Vikings with our guided tour through the streets of modern Ålesund.
Led by expert guides dressed in authentic Viking attire, you’ll embark on a captivating journey back in time.
Discover the fascinating stories of Viking religion, laws, and daily life, all while hearing the legendary saga of Viking Rollo – the outlaw who became the ancestor of European royalty.
As you walk through the city, we’ll bring the Viking age to life, sharing tales straight from local folklore and Snorri Sturlason’s famous «Heimskringla».
With regular stops to fully immerse you in Viking culture, the tour culminates at the bronze statue of Rollo, where your adventure can continue with a visit to Fjellstua or explore more of Ålesund’s beauty.
Rollo´s Footsteps is a time-traveling experience you won’t forget. A journey into the heart of Viking history!
Highlights of the tour:
Experience the Viking life with an hands-on experience onboard a real Viking ship. The guests will step into the past
as they climb aboard this iconic vessel, located right in the heart of Ålesund, in the middle of the charming Brosundet channel.
The tour include a tast of the local “viking” cuisine.
Dryed fish
Traditional dried meat (lamb)
Flat bread
For drinks we serve a taste of:
Home-brew mead - Viking beer
The mead is alchole free.
What's included
- Expert guide in Viking attire
- Hands-on experience on board a real Viking ship
- Stories from local folklore and Snorri Sturluson's Heimskringla
- Visit to the bronze statue of Rollo
- Tastings of local Viking food, including stockfish, traditionally dried meat (lamb), flatbread, and home-brewed beer (non-alcoholic)
- Pick-up and drop-off to and from the meeting place
Practical information
Put on comfortable shoes and warm clothes, as the tour involves walking through the city of Ålesund.
Bring your camera:)
The mead served is non-alcoholic and suitable for all ages.
Be prepared for weather and wind; Ålesund can be quite changeable.
The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with significantly reduced mobility.
The tour will take place provided there are at least 6 participants.
On most days, the tour is offered in English and German.
Location
Keiser Wilhelms gate 2b
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Keiser Wilhelms gate 2b, 6003 Ålesund
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Keiser Wilhelms gate 2b, 6003 Ålesund
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