Skjonghelleren Cave
Skjonghelleren
A huge sea-carved cave in the cliffs of Valderøya island, where animal bones from over ten thousand years ago have been unearthed; a short hiking destination.
Skjonghelleren Cave lies in the cliffs on the west side of Valderøya in the Giske district. Its entrance is large, and the cave runs about 100 meters into the mountain. Bones of Ice Age seabirds, Arctic foxes, and other animals have been found inside, making it an important Pleistocene archaeological site in Northern Europe. The walk from the parking area takes 20–30 minutes; the final section requires climbing steps and rocks. The cave is dim, so bring a headlamp. The coastal cliffs along the way also offer fine views.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Atlantic Sea-Park
- Giske Island & Giske Church
- Sukkertoppen
- Ålesund Church
- Ålesund Fishery Museum
- Molja Lighthouse
- Brosundet
- Jugendstilsenteret (Art Nouveau Centre)