Nørvøya

Nørvøya is an island located in Ålesund Municipality, Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is one of the main islands forming the town of Ålesund. The island is situated in the inner part of the Sunnmøre region, just off the mainland coast.

Historically, Nørvøya has been a central part of Ålesund's development and urban landscape. The town of Ålesund was largely built on this island, making it the most densely populated and economically important of the islands that constitute the city. Many of Ålesund's key institutions, businesses, and residential areas are found here.

Geographically, Nørvøya is characterized by a hilly terrain and a coastline that features several fjords and bays. The island is connected to the mainland and other surrounding islands by a network of bridges and tunnels, part of the extensive road infrastructure in the region. This connectivity is crucial for the daily lives of its inhabitants and for the region's transportation and trade.

The island is also home to important cultural and recreational sites. Nørvøya offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with walking trails and scenic viewpoints providing vistas of the surrounding fjords and mountains. The urban environment of Ålesund on Nørvøya is known for its distinctive Art Nouveau architecture, a legacy of its reconstruction after a devastating fire in 1904. This architectural style is a significant draw for tourism.