Kristiansund, Norway Atlantic Ocean Road & Kvernes Excursion

Atlantic Ocean Road & Kvernes

DETAILS

3
hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

A scenic tour into some of the surrounding area of Kristiansund, giving an insight into the complicated road systems connecting the settlements, islands, mainland, fjords – and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the coast. After a short drive through Kristiansund – continue via the: Krifast Road System Opened in 1992 as the first ferry-free mainland connection from Kristiansund. It is a stretch of 25 Kilometres Road – including the 5 Kilometres long undersea Freifjord Tunnel, and 7 Bridges – among them the Bergsøysund Pontoon Bridge and the Gjemnessund Suspension Bridge. The Atlantic Ocean Road - a scenic 8,3 Kilometres long section of County Road 64 which connects the mainland with Averøy Island – through an Archipelago on the coast facing the Atlantic Ocean. It is built on several small islands and skerries – connected by causeways, viaducts and bridges. It was opened in 1989 – and is classified as one of the scenic Norwegian National Tourist Routes. On Averøy Island a visit is scheduled to Kvernes Stavechurch The Stave churches like most Norwegian Churches were built from wood – but their name derives from the construction method. During the middle Ages there were more than 1000 Stave churches in Norway – but today only 28 remain. Kvernes Stave Church was built around year 1300 as one of the youngest and largest of the remaining stave churches. It is situated in a scenic location – once an ancient holy site where the heathen Norsemen came by boat from the surrounding islands to worship. Several repairs and reconstructions have been carried out through the centuries – and the church does not have ornamental carvings on the exterior – but the interior is decorated with paintings and carvings. The church has been owned by The Society for the Preservation of Ancient Monuments since 1896. Continue on the last leg back to the pier in Kristiansund through: The Atlantic Ocean Tunnel - an Undersea Tunnel opened in 2009 as an extension of the Atlantic Ocean Road between Averøy Island and Kristiansund Town. It is ca. 5735 Metres long, reaches a depth of ca. 250 Metres below Sea Level and has a maximum of 10 % gradient.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: Walking on this tour is primarily limited to your visit at the church where there are gravel surfaces. The tour is available to wheelchair guests who have a collapsible wheelchair, are able to make their own way on and off the coach, and have an able-bodied companion to assist them; however, the church may not be accessible due to the gravel surfaces and a threshold at the entrance. Those with mobility concerns are cautioned to carefully evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Weather appropriate clothing to include a wind/waterproof jacket; cap; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Tour sequence may vary. If Kvernes Stave Church is closed for church services, an exterior visit will be made.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Easy
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Challenging

Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

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Atlantic Ocean Road & Kvernes