Ørsta Municipality

A Norwegian Alpine-style fjord sanctuary, where towering peaks rise along the Hjørundfjord, offering tranquil and magnificent scenery.

Ørsta is located in the Sunnmøre region in the southern part of Møre og Romsdal County. The Hjørundfjord cuts deep into the mountains, flanked by the steep Sunnmøre Alps. The Norangsdalen valley is famous for its deep, dramatic landscapes and Lake Lyngstøylvatnet, whose waters once submerged a farm due to a landslide. Hotel Union Øye in the village of Øye is a century-old classic. Mountaineers can climb Mount Slogen and Mount Saksa, while villages like Urke, Trandal, and Sæbø are perfect for slow travel. Summer is the best season for hiking and boating, spring offers ski touring, and the area can be reached via Ålesund or Ørsta-Volda Airport.

Destinations

• Hjørundfjord

Itineraries

• Western Fjords Grand Loop: 13-Day Self-Drive Itinerary – A self-drive loop from Bergen covering the Sognefjord, Geirangerfjord, Atlantic Ocean Road, and Hjørundfjord.