Brews & Flavors of the Sea

Treat your palate to several distinctly Norwegian flavors by sampling handcrafted beers at a Vennelsa brewery and then a selection of seafood at Kristiansund’s renowned fish market.

After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a relaxing drive inland through the forested countryside dotted with small farms and sparkling lakes. The bucolic scenery continues to the village of Vennelsa, where you will visit Hunsfos Brewery.

Opened in 2014 in a former paper mill, the brewery has already gained a reputation for producing unique beers from local ingredients. After an enlightening tour of the brewery, during which you will learn about Hunsfos’ beer-making process, you will sample several varieties.

A sampling of fresh seafood awaits you back in Kristiansund, where you will visit a popular fish market. The vendors’ offerings may include smoked Norwegian salmon, succulent shrimp and crispy fish cakes, which are traditionally served with a dollop of dill mayonnaise.

As you sample the dishes, the vendors will be happy to answers questions about how the seafood was caught and prepared. Norwegians usually smoke their salmon with various types of wood to impart different flavors. Juniper is a favorite and leaves a bold, resinous flavor.

And what better way to top off a tasting than with a leisurely walk back to the pier. On the way, your guide will point out more highlights.