One of the most beautiful, scenic and spectacular road in the world. Along the road you will enjoy the roller coaster-feel, curvy bridges and phenomenal views. There are many excellent photo opportunities here. The Atlantic Ocean Road also known as Atlantic Road (Atlanterhavsveien) is a 5.2 Mile (8.3 kms) (Overall length: 8274 meters) long road between the towns of Kustiansund and Molde, the two main population centres in the county of Mace og Romsdal in Fjord Norway. Located in the Midwest part of the Norwegian coastline,
The Atlantic Road, known as Atlanterhavsveien in Norwegian. The Atlantic Road is part of the 36 km long Atlanterhavsvegen, Road is part of Norwegian national road 64 (RV 64) and a very popular tourist attraction in the country.
Road is famous for most Scenic and spectaculars drives in the world. Road is recognized as “Norwegian Construction of the Century and cultural heritage site. The Atlantic Road experience will give you memories for life In 2009, the road was Norway’s ninth-most-visited natural tourist attraction. It has also been called the world’s most beautiful drive. It has total 8 Bridges. 8 bridges with a total length of 891 metres. The road is built on several small islands and skeries, bridges and landfills. it was Cost: 122 million Norwegian Kroner (1989).
Construction :
The construction of the Road started on August 1983 and finished in six years. The opening of the road took place 7 July 1989. The route was originally proposed as a railway line in the early 20th century, but this was abandoned. The route was originally proposing a windstorms. During construction the area was hit by 12 European windstorms. It is built on several small islands and skerries, which are connected by several causeways and Bridges. Due to its incredible coastline, Bendy Roads, Curvy Bridges and Roller Coaster feel, it is popular among motorcyclists, road trippers and photographers there are several view points along the road where you can view both Nature and Architecture, you can enjoy
the view of Atlantic Ocean, rich bird life, seals and if you are lucky you can see whales. Visitors can go for fishing
Word of Advice:
Do not travel this road in severe weather conditions.
The Atlantic Ocean ranks the second among most dangerous ocean waters in the world and the road at times affected by the
strong winds, Tsunami, cyclone and monsoon.
Facts about the Atlantic Road:
Overall length: 8274 meters
Width: 6.5 meters
Maximum gradient: 8%
Cost: 122 million Norwegian Kroner (1989)