Fole Godt

The Northern Fjords


You'll struggle to get a table in the main room come lunchtime at this ever-popular cafe, but luckily there's a second space out the back next to the kitchen. It's worth hunting for a spot, as the sandwiches, salads and cakes served here are the best lunch option in town.


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1. Romsdalmuseet

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2. Fiskerimuseet

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3. Drågen Smokehouse

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4. Ergan Coastal Fort

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5. Rauma Railway

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A classic Norwegian train ride that railway buffs definitely won't want to miss, the 114km-long Rauma Railway clatters from Åndalsnes and Dombås, high in…

6. Ona

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The beautiful islet of Ona, with its bare rocky landscapes and picturesque lighthouse, is still home to an offshore fishing community of about 25 people…

7. Stordal Old Church

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8. Kvernes Stave Church

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