Sykkylven is perhaps the most beautiful of all Sunnmøre's landscapes. What creates this beauty is not one thing alone – neither the fjord, nor the mountains, nor the glaciers, nor the valley – but all of it together, a harmonious blend of the magnificent with the gentle.
What's on?
Summer and winter alike, there's something happening in Sykkylven – from story time for the little ones at the library to seasonal festivals and the high-energy Jibbecamp up at Fjellsætra. Come and be part of it all.
Join us for community cycling rides around the village, gathering at the Sykkylven sign. Departure times vary between 10:00 (for longer routes) and 13:00 (for shorter rides).
Sykkylvsskiltet ved kaitrappa i Aure sentrum (Sykkylven)
Sykkylven municipality invites parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and staff to an inspiring evening with Marco Elsafadi. Through reflection, personal stories, and practical advice, we'll discover what it means to be truly present in children's lives – and how small gestures can build lasting security and meaning.
Aure Barneskule, Dalevegen 47
Welcome to Baby Singing! If you have a little one between 0 and 1 year old, you're warmly invited to join us for six cosy Thursdays in September and October. Bring your small treasure along – both mums and dads are of course welcome!
Sykkylven Frivilligsentral
When it comes to piano trios, Espen Eriksen Trio stands among the finest. The ensemble has earned widespread recognition for its melodic minimalism and subtle compositions across seven critically acclaimed albums. They have toured the world.
Sykkylven Kulturhus
Stories
There's much to tell about Sykkylven. The landscape and people reveal stories of today, yesterday and tomorrow. Discover what shapes Sykkylven into who we are.
Welcome to the realm of the mountains
Sykkylven is your gateway to mountain adventures across the Sunnmørsalpane. The distinctive Straumshornet (976 m) comes into view as you approach by ferry from Ålesund. Råna (1586 m) stands as our highest peak, while a trail from Brunstad in Velledalen leads to Slogen (1564 m) in neighbouring Ørsta, known locally as the 'Queen of Sunnmøre'.
Furniture capital and technology hub
Over a hundred furniture factories emerged in cellars and simple factory buildings before and after the Second World War, gradually becoming a vital industry in the agricultural community of Sykkylven. Craftsmanship and industrial production took off in 1929, and by the 1940s and 50s, there were well over 120 furniture businesses here. Today, Ekornes is the largest furniture manufacturer in the Nordic region, capable of producing 1,700 Stressless chairs in a single day with advanced automation. Take a journey through history at the Furniture Museum, or discover furniture art at Galleri Cylindra.
Small villages, great experiences
At Hundeidvik you'll find a climbing park for younger visitors and an indoor climbing wall. Alternatively, take a dip in the heated open-air pool at Ikornnes. In Tusvika, discover the iconic furniture designs of Peder Opsvik, or try your luck fishing from the quay and visit the country store in Ramstaddalen. Velledalen offers disc golf beneath snow-capped peaks, whilst Fjellsætra provides both a ski arena and splendid terrain for mountain walking in any season.
A welcoming high street
Sykkylven town centre, Aure, gathers specialist shops for clothing and fashion, sports gear, building supplies, interior design, ceramics and glassware, a wine shop, pharmacy and hairdressers—all within walking distance, like an open-air shopping village. Perhaps a pause in Kyrkjeparken calls, or a visit to one of the cafés, restaurants or the library?
Fjellsætra
A popular recreation area just 20 minutes' drive from Sykkylven and Stranda, with 700 cabins surrounding Nysætervatnet in the heart of the Sunnmørsalpane. Excellent hiking opportunities summer and winter, with Sunnmørsalpane Skiarena for alpine skiing, hiking and ski touring enthusiasts. A local shop in Velledalen is just under 10 minutes away.
The region
In the heart of Sunnmøre lies Sykkylven. Hundeidvik sits at the entrance to Hjørundfjorden, and from here you can take the ferry to Standal and onward to the roadless village of Trandal. We'd recommend a visit to the idyllic Christian Gaard heritage farm, which hosts blues, rock and country festivals each summer. From Sykkylven you can take day trips to Geiranger in Stranda, Trollstigen in Rauma, Tafjordfjella in Fjord, Runde in Herøy and the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, among other destinations.
