Brusdalsvannet

We’re now driving along Brusdalsvatnet, a place that’s not only popular for hiking, fishing, and swimming — it’s also Ålesund’s main source of drinking water. From here, the entire city receives its clear, fresh mountain water, purified and delivered straight from nature’s own reservoir. Around the lake, you’ll find roads used by locals and cabin owners, as well as trails and bike paths that are enjoyed all year round. On warm summer days, the mountains reflect perfectly in the calm surface of the water, and many locals come here to find peace, enjoy the silence, or take a refreshing dip. Brusdalsvatnet marks the transition from countryside to city — a final breath of nature before the rooftops of Ålesund begin to rise on the horizon to the west.