Norway's Town of Roses: Molde
Molde, Norway is a municipality in More Og Romsdal, a county of Norway. This town is surrounded by scenic views featuring mountain peaks, wood-clad hills, and rose gardens. Talking about Molde, tourists can give this a tagline "town of roses" with a colorful past. The nearest airport to Molde is the Kvernberget Airport (KSU).
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Molde and see the panoramic views is from March through May. It is also during spring season tourists can experience what does "Town of Roses" means for Molde. On the other hand, this town is also home to the oldest annual jazz festival in Europe. The Molde International Jazz festival happens every July. It is advisable to book Molde Norway hotels in advance to get a hassle-free experience.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The highlight of everyone's Molde trip is to see what is known as "Molde Panorama" by visiting the Varden Viewpoint. It is situated 0.25 miles above sea level and offers tourists a remarkable view featuring almost 200 partially snow-clad peaks. Another attraction is Moldemarka, which is a hilly woodland area with walking trails, skiing tracks, and forest roads. Watch sports at the nearby Aker Stadium. Stroll around the Molde City Center and check on local bazaars and shops. There are different hotels to see in Monde for everyone's overnight stay. The 4-star Thon Hotel Mondefjord is one of them featuring guest rooms with overlooking views of the Molde mountain panorama. It also offers a restaurant, parking, and lounge. Hotel Molde Fjordstuer-by Classic Norway Hotels is another favourite, giving comfortable guest rooms and balcony with the views of Fjord. Strategically located at the heart of the city, Scandic Alexandra Molde is another perfect choice that offers a room with views of Molde Fjord. It also features free breakfast, gym, drinks, and sports bar.