Hessa, Ålesund

Name: Hessa
Address: Ålesund, Norway

#10 among attractions in Ålesund

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Hessa or Heissa is an island in Ålesund Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is the westernmost island in the municipality and it is one of the main islands in the island-city of Ålesund. The island is located west and south of the island of Aspøya, south of Giske and Valderøya, east of Godøya, and north of the island of Sula. The 314-metre tall mountain Sukkertoppen is situated in the middle of the island. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.54 mi²Maximum elevation: 1030 ftCoordinates: 62°27'32"N, 6°7'2"E

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Ålesund Norway

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Hessa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Atlanterhavsparken, Jugendstilsenteret, Ålesund kirke, Kvalsund ship.

0.8 miNW
Aquarium with many cold water species
Atlanterhavsparken, Ålesund
21 min walk • Nestled in the rugged beauty of Ålesund, Norway, Atlanterhavsparken stands out as a premier aquatic experience, offering visitors an intimate glimpse into the marine life of the North Atlantic. This unique zoo specializes in the underwater world, providing a home for...
1.4 miNE
Specialty museum, Museum, Art gallery
Jugendstilsenteret, Ålesund
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Ålesund, a city known for its unique concentration of Art Nouveau architecture, lies the Jugendstilsenteret, a museum dedicated to showcasing this exquisite style. Housed in the former Swan Pharmacy building, which itself is an emblem of...
1.2 miNE
Church, Art Nouveau architecture, Romanesque revival architecture
Ålesund kirke, Ålesund
32 min walk • Ålesund Kirke, or Ålesund Church, is a notable landmark in the picturesque coastal city of Ålesund, Norway. This elegant place of worship, completed in 1909, stands as a testament to the city's resilience and architectural heritage, particularly following the great...
1.4 miNE
Archaeological site
Kvalsund ship, Ålesund
36 min walk • The Kvalsund ship is a late 7th century rowing ship, discovered embedded in a marsh on Kvalsund in Herøy, Møre og Romsdal near Ålesund in 1920, along with a smaller rowboat called Kvalsundferingen.
0.5 miNW
Church
Skarbøvik Church, Ålesund
14 min walk • Skarbøvik Church is a chapel of the Church of Norway in Ålesund Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is located in the village of Skarbøvik on the island of Heissa. It is an annex chapel for the Ålesund parish which is part of the Nordre Sunnmøre prosti in the Diocese of Møre.
0.6 miW
62°27'34"N • 6°5'58"E
Sukkertoppen, Ålesund
15 min walk • View point

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hessa?

Nearby attractions include Skarbøvik Church, Ålesund (14 min walk), Sukkertoppen, Ålesund (15 min walk), Atlanterhavsparken, Ålesund (21 min walk).

How to get to Hessa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hessa:

Bus

Ålesund rutebilstasjon (37 min walk)

Ferry

Ålesund (42 min walk)

Hessa, Ålesund

Facts and practical information

Ålesund plan & book

Hessa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Atlanterhavsparken, Ålesund

Jugendstilsenteret, Ålesund

Ålesund kirke, Ålesund

Kvalsund ship, Ålesund

Skarbøvik Church, Ålesund

Sukkertoppen, Ålesund

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hessa?

How to get to Hessa by public transport?