The Atlantic Road, Know as Atlanterhavsveien in Norwegian. The most scenic route which has nature and History. It is also a One of the Dangerous Road.
The curvy road dips and arches over the brutal waves of the Norwegian Sea that often crash over the pavement during storms, and was subjected to 12 hurricanes during construction. The road was opened in 1989 and is toll free.
A 5.2-mile segment of County Road 64 in Norway, it consists of several causeways, Eight bridges, and four viewpoints to take in the scenic views. Park your car at designated viewing points and climb a hillock to enjoy the salty air and the scenic view.
The road winds over an entire archipelago in the Norwegian Sea, linking the tiny islands and connecting the communes of Eide and Averoy in the county of Møre og Romsdal. Road is also a popular fishing spot; one of the bridges is specifically designed for it. Tourists and locals alike can go cod fishing on the designated side of the highway.
In the 20th Century, the route was originally envisioned as a railway, but the plans never managed to materialize.
Driving along the Atlantic Road is like teetering on the edge of the sea. The road’s roller coaster-feel, curvy bridges, and phenomenal views have made it a favorite of road trippers and motorcyclists. It was also designated a Cultural Heritage Site, is considered a National Tourist Route, and has been recognized as the Norwegian Construction of the Century.
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