Ålesund is the administrative centre of Ålesund Municipality. The centre of the town of Ålesund is situated on the islands of Hessa, Aspøya, and Nørve, with newer developments located on the island of Uksenøya. The outer parts of the “urban area” even stretch onto the island of Sula, which is in the neighbouring Sula Municipality. The town is the main headquarters for the Norwegian Coastal Administration. Ålesund is the ninth-largest town in Norway. The city has evolved into an urban agglomeration during the late 20th century, and the metropolitan area has expanded into the neighbouring Sula Municipality.
The 28.93-square-kilometre town has a population of 55,684 and a population density of 1,925 residents per square kilometre. The town features a remarkably consistent architecture, with most buildings constructed between 1904 and 1907. Jugendstilsenteret is a national interpretative centre where visitors can learn about the town fire, its rebuilding, and the Art Nouveau style.
The term “Little London” was often used to describe the community during Norway’s occupation by Nazi Germany because of the Norwegian resistance activities that occurred there.Read more
NorwayÅlesund62°28’31” N 6°8’41” E
NorwayÅlesund62°28’31” N 6°8’41” E