Welcome to Hareid

Hareid is, compared to villages elsewhere in the region, a medium-sized municipality with slightly above 5000 inhabitants. In addition to public services, all the city functions are concentrated downtown Hareid. You will find restaurants, grocery stores, a pharmacy and small stores for clothes, sports equipment, bakery, and souvenirs.

Hareid has a versatile business community that is closely linked to the maritime industry which is based on long traditions and experiences.

 

Hareid has a rich cultural life and is known as The choir-village. Maybe you will get to experience one of the many choirs during your stay? The village also has many voluntary organizations such as sport teams, brass bands, as well as an active church and several interesting museums you can visit.

 

Many of the inhabitants of Hareid have chosen to live her because of the closeness to nature. The hiking trails to the mountains start a 15 minute walk from the harbour. There are opportunities to rent kayaks or bicycles nearby. The local 9-hole golf course or the wonderful beach Overåsanden is just a few minutes with car/taxi from the town centre. If you prefer to relax, you can stay in pleasant surroundings and perhaps take a stroll along the harbour area. From here you can study the activities you may expect to find in a small, but lively village.Find a bench, relax and enjoy the view of the sea and the mountains.

 

The harbour is very busy, with both local and regional traffic. Every twenty minute throughout most of the day, car ferries arrive and depart. Approximately every hour a commuter speedboat takes you the city of Ålesund or to a harbour nearby Aalesund Airport Vigra. Bus and taxi services are available close to Hareid harbour and can provide for further transportation if needed. Welcome!