Angvik – Fjord Views, Hiking and Culture

Angvik on the Tingvollfjord in Nordmøre combines nature experiences with insights into local history and art. Hikes offer views of the fjord and mountains; at the Handelshuset Angvik Museum and the Fabrikksaga collection, historical objects take centre stage. The town also offers a permanent art collection and a daily-changing menu at the Bøkkerstua restaurant.

Hiking with Views of the Fjord and Mountains

The hike to the shelter on Nesahammaren offers views of Angvika and the Tingvollfjord. If you prefer far-reaching views across mountains and sea, you can find them on the hike up Storfjellet: from there, the view stretches across Romsdalsfjella, Trollheimen, Nordmørsfjella and Sundalsfjella, as well as out to sea. The Storfjellet hiking trail near Angvika is marked with red paint on rocks and tree trunks.

Tortlihøgda is another hiking option. The trail is signposted at every junction and is also marked with red paint on rocks and tree trunks. There is also a postbox with a hiking log on Tortlihøgda. The hike passes through an area rich in animal and bird life and is easily accessible from the town. When planning your trips, you can choose between views of the fjord and mountains and the nature and wildlife around Tortlihøgda.

Strandstien Angvik is another way to add some activity to your stay. The access to the trail from the Angvik Gamle Handelssted side is accessible to wheelchair users. This information applies to this access point. You can therefore choose a hike or walk based on the trails and viewpoints described here.

History, Boats and Art

The Handelshuset Angvik Museum is located in the old “Gustavbua” and presents cultural history dating back to the Dutch period of the 16th century. Information boards, texts and old photographs document the history of the trading house. Day visitors can arrange guided tours in advance. A visit to the museum therefore focuses both on the historical story and on how it is conveyed through texts and images.

The Fabrikksaga collection features historical objects from various fields: visitors can see two old boats, an old sled and a range of old tools. One of the boats is a Geit boat built in Hoem in 1850; the fishing boat Bastian Brubæk was built in 1916. Together with the sled and tools, these objects offer tangible examples of different forms and construction dates.

The permanent collection at Gallery Tore Bjørn Skjølsvik in Angvik comprises about 75 works, including 45 sculptures and 30 oil paintings. If you would like to include art in your stay, it offers a different cultural perspective from the historical collections: sculptures and paintings take centre stage here, while Handelshuset and Fabrikksaga showcase history and everyday objects.

Food and Planning Your Trip

The Bøkkerstua restaurant serves a new five-course menu every day. It is based on local and seasonal ingredients, complemented by influences from international cooking techniques. This makes food a distinct part of planning your trip, alongside hiking, art and cultural history.

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Angvik, you can start by considering which of these aspects you would like to shape your stay: hikes and views, historical collections, art or food. This can help you choose accommodation based on the interests you most want to pursue in Angvik.

Other destinations at the same destination level include Torvikbukt, Gjemnes, Batnfjordsøra and Flemma.

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