Sjøholt Sommerhotell
Sjøholt Summer Hotel is located midway between Molde and Ålesund. With a short distance to Geiranger and Trollstigen, you get accommodation with views of the fjords and mountains of Sunnmøre.
Sjøholt Summer Hotel is situated at Sjøholt Folkehøyskole, just 40 minutes from Ålesund. During the months of June to August, the school operates a Bed and Breakfast where you can book single rooms or double/twin rooms. In the vicinity of the hotel, you will find beautiful nature, fishing opportunities, one of Norway's largest shopping centers, a golf course, city life, a trampoline park, and a water park.
Here, you stay in single or double/twin rooms with private bathroom and shower. Enjoy breakfast with a view of the beautiful Sunnmøre mountains in the hotel's dining room. The hotel's lounge has a TV, and there is also a gym, an exercise room, and a playroom with billiard and air hockey tables.
Perfect for families with children and nature-loving guests! It is centrally located in Møre og Romsdal, where you can choose from many activities. A short distance to Molde, Ålesund, Geiranger, Valldal, Trollstigen, Åndalsnes, and the new tourist gem Nordøyane, which is now connected to the mainland. Larger and smaller local activity providers can offer experiences in the area.
The summer hotel is also perfect for summer gatherings, mystery trips, confirmations, weddings, memorial services, baptisms, birthday parties, courses, and other events. Our premises can accommodate groups of up to 100 people.
Activities
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We have a short distance to nature experiences by the fjord, mountains, river, and mountain lakes. We can assist you with hiking tips for all levels, from easy walks to alpine hikes – all within a short distance.
From the Summer Hotel, you can hike to Verahornet located behind our building. This is an easy hike that offers a lot of views for the effort. Our area is wonderfully suited for hiking at all levels.
Feel free to check out "Stikk ut" for many tips in our area.
Here are some tips in various categories of hikes:
Elvastien: A short walk along Ørskogelva, where many fun wooden figures are exhibited.
Hestvika: Walk the nice forest road along the fjord beyond the stadium complex in Sjøholt.
Verahornet (518 m above sea level): An easy hike that you can start from the school.
Snaufjellet (893 m above sea level): An easy mountain hike for a hiker in normal shape.
Giskemonibba (687 m above sea level): A beautiful and easy hike that simultaneously gives you the feeling of being on a proper summit.
Høgsvora (1163 m above sea level): A longer hike over a wide mountain ridge with a good trail. Here, you'll get the feeling of being on a real summit!
Lauparen (1434 m above sea level): The highest peak in Ålesund municipality. This hike requires experience with mountain hiking. The trip goes over simple snowfields and has a fairly steep top part with loose gravel.
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Moa Shopping center including bowling and cinema
Day trips
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Sjøholt – Valldal – Trollstigen – Åndalsnes - Sjøholt
Approximately one hour from us is Valldal, a village in Storfjorden that buzzes with life during the summer. You must taste the delicious red strawberries grown here! Continuing from Valldal, you reach the world-famous Trollstigen. The many twists and turns up from Åndalsnes are a "must" for any tourist visiting Møre og Romsdal. Finally, you stop in Åndalsnes and take the gondola to the mountain Nesaksla, enjoying a delightful dinner at the mountain's summit. If you enjoy mountain hiking, it's natural to explore some of the many hiking trails here. It takes about 45 minutes to drive from Åndalsnes back to us.
Tips for this round trip:
Valldal (https://www.valldal.no/)
Trollstigen (https://www.nasjonaleturistveger.no/no/turistvegene/geiranger-trollstigen/trollstigen/)
Åndalsnes (https://www.romsdalen.no)
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Sjøholt – Ålesund – Alnes – Sjøholt
Approximately 45 minutes from the Summer Hotel is the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund. This beautiful coastal city is a gem along the Norwegian coast, primarily known for its picturesque streets. The 418 steps up to the restaurant and viewpoint Fjellstua are a must! Otherwise, you should not miss the opportunity to visit the Ålesund Aquarium, one of the largest saltwater aquariums in Northern Europe. Enjoy the scenic Brosundet, perhaps with fresh shrimp from one of the fishing boats in the harbor. After a leisurely visit to Ålesund, we recommend a trip to the fishing community of Alnes just outside Ålesund. This beautiful island community offers a meeting with the open sea, waves, wild mountains – enjoy a coffee and cake at the lovely cafe by Alnes Lighthouse. Feel free to stop at Valderøy and take a walk in Skjonghelleren before driving back to Sjøholt.
Tips for the round trip:
Atlanterhavsparken (https://www.atlanterhavsparken.no/)
Ålesund city center (https://www.visitnorway.no/reisemal/vestlandet/alesund-sunnmore/)
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Sjøholt – Stranda – Nordangsdalen – Sjøholt
If you're a mountain enthusiast, this tour offers many delights. About 30 minutes from us, you can take the ferry from Liabygda to Stranda. When you arrive in Stranda, you find yourself in the midst of one of Norway's most important food hubs. Salmon, cured meats, and ready-made pizzas are transported in large quantities from here every day. On Strandafjellet, you can take a gondola to the mountains and enjoy lunch and dinner in unique surroundings at the mountain's pavilion. The renowned mountain Slogen can be reached from Stranda. If you continue from Stranda towards Hellesylt, you'll pass a very family-friendly mountain hike. Here, you can walk "Den Trondhjemske Postveg" over Ljøbrekka. A beautiful path over a wild mountain area. The whole family can walk in safe but alpine surroundings. From Hellesylt, you can quickly reach the spectacular Nordangsdalen. In this narrow valley, you can stop at Lyngstøylvannet and see the ruins of an old mountain pasture that was taken by an avalanche here. Many divers enjoy making an adventurous visit here. At the bottom of the valley, you'll find the beautiful Hotel Øye. From here, you can also hike to Slogen, or choose the popular hikes to Saksa and over Urkeegga. These hikes have become very popular in recent years, with well-developed paths and stairs. To return to Sjøholt, you can drive the same way home or take the ferry to Sæbø and drive via Ørsta back.
Tips for the round trip:
Stranda (https://www.strandafjellet.no/no)
Slogen (https://ut.no/turforslag/115537) - Challenging hike
Ljøbrekka (https://morotur.no/tur/Ljoebrekka2) - Easy hike for the family
Urkeegga (https://morotur.no/tur/urkeegga) - Requires good fitness
Saksa (https://morotur.no/tur/Saksa) - Challenging and steep, but with good stairs
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Sjøholt – Geiranger – Sjøholt
A day in Geiranger is a natural choice when you are on vacation here. Geiranger is one of two places in Norway listed on UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, the other being Nærøyfjorden in Sogn. In Geiranger, there are many activities you can do. We recommend booking a spot on one of the many RIB boats that take you into the fjord so that you can see everything up close. Waterfalls, mountains, and abandoned farms on the most incredible mountain shelves in the fjord. You should also bring hiking boots and disembark from the boat to walk to the mountain farm Skageflå. This farm is a charming destination for the Norwegian royal family, among others, and provides a magnificent experience of how many Norwegians had to manage to survive in the past. This is the farm where they had to tether children with ropes so they wouldn't fall off the cliffs!
In the center of Geiranger, there are many cafes, and if you're up for more activity, you can climb the stairs along the waterfall. At the top of the stairs, you'll find the World Heritage Center. This is worth a visit. Here, you can learn more about the avalanche-prone fjords and the threat from areas like Åknesrenna (Feel free to watch the movie "The Wave" in advance). You will also learn more about everyday life along the fjords in the past. Otherwise, it's mandatory to make a stop at Flydalsjuvet and Dalsnibba (1476 meters above sea level) with a cafe and viewpoint.
If you have more time, it's worth checking out Herdalssætra in Norddalen on the way back. Here, there is a mountain farm with goats and a sale of various products they make on the farm.
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Sjøholt – Runde – Sjøholt
The bird mountain Runde is approximately a 2-hour drive from Sjøholt, including a ferry ride. This is a beautiful day trip destination, with the natural highlight being the approximately 40-minute hike up to the bird mountain itself. From the small community of Goksøyr on the island of Runde, you walk on a well-maintained trail up to the cliffs of the Runde bird mountain. Here, you encounter a spectacular view of the wild sea, islands along the coast, and, most importantly, the many bird species inhabiting the mountain slopes. The sea eagle soars around you, and if you're lucky, you may get close to the famous puffin. Runde is located in the municipality of Herøy, and exploring this municipality is also worth considering. Feel free to stop in Ulsteinvik and the idyllic coastal community of Flø.
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Sjøholt – Molde – Atlantic Road – Bud – Sjøholt
Follow in the footsteps of James Bond! From Sjøholt, drive approximately 20 minutes to the ferry that takes you to Molde. From Molde, it's about a 40-minute drive to the Atlantic Road. This is one of the world's most beautiful stretches of road and is equally stunning in all kinds of weather! From the Atlantic Road, you can either continue towards Kristiansund or take the southern route along the coast to the fishing village of Bud. This is a delightful day trip where you must also explore the jazz city Molde. For the more adventurous, we recommend a stop in Eide to hike to Trollkirka. This is a mountain cave about 40 meters long that leads you to a fantastic waterfall inside the mountain. Remember to bring a flashlight!
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Sjøholt – Nordøyane – Sjøholt
In August 2022, the roads connecting the islands of Nordøyane on the coast of Sunnmøre will open. After approximately a 45-minute drive, you will reach Lepsøybrua. Crossing this bridge takes you to several islands that form a unique island community. Here, you'll find beaches, mountain hikes, fishing opportunities, and the chance to visit caves (mountain caves), Ulla lighthouse, and more. If you want to get close to the open sea, this is the perfect place for a day trip. At the outermost point, you can take a ferry to the island community of Ona. This is a beautiful trip in all kinds of weather!
