# Åndalsnes

> settlement in Rauma Municipality, Norway

**Wikidata**: [Q271083](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q271083)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Åndalsnes)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/andalsnes

## Summary

Åndalsnes is a place located in Norway. It has an area of 2.22 and an elevation of 16. The population was 2.5k in 2025[1].

## Summary

Åndalsnes is a settlement and urban area in Rauma Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It serves as the administrative center of Rauma Municipality and has a population of 2,498 residents as of January 1, 2025. The settlement lies at an elevation of 16 metres above sea level at coordinates 62.567°N latitude and 7.687°E longitude, covering an area of approximately 2.24 square kilometres.

## Key Facts

- **Type**: Settlement, urban area in Norway, classified as a city
- **Location**: Rauma Municipality, Møre og Romsdal county, Norway
- **Coordinates**: 62.567222222222°N, 7.6869444444444°E
- **Area**: 2.22 km² (historical); 2.24 km² (2019)
- **Population**: 2,498 (January 1, 2025) — preferred value
- **Elevation**: 16 metres above sea level
- **Country**: Norway
- **Demonym**: åndalsnesing
- **Administrative history**: Capital of Grytten Municipality (1838–1963); Capital of Rauma Municipality (since January 1, 1964)
- **UN/Locode**: NOAND
- **Wikidata ID**: Q3444
- **VIAF ID**: 15146522307132391268
- **Geonames ID**: 3163155
- **GND ID**: 1102183709
- **Freebase ID**: /m/051s1p
- **Twinned administrative body**: Kristinestad
- **SSB urban settlement number**: 6192

## FAQs

**What type of settlement is Åndalsnes?**

Åndalsnes is classified as both a city and an urban area in Norway, serving as a regional centre in Møre og Romsdal county.

**When did Åndalsnes become the capital of Rauma Municipality?**

Åndalsnes became the administrative centre of Rauma Municipality on January 1, 1964, following the merger of Grytten Municipality (which Åndalsnes had previously served as capital) with other municipalities.

**What is the population of Åndalsnes?**

According to the most recent data from the Norwegian Statistics Agency (SSB), Åndalsnes had a population of 2,498 as of January 1, 2025, based on the National Population Register.

**What is the area of Åndalsnes?**

Åndalsnes covers approximately 2.24 square kilometres, according to 2019 data from Statistics Norway. Earlier measurements recorded 2.22 km².

**What is Åndalsnes known for administratively?**

Åndalsnes has served as a municipal centre since 1838, first as capital of Grytten Municipality and since 1964 as the capital of Rauma Municipality.

**What is the elevation of Åndalsnes?**

Åndalsnes sits at 16 metres above sea level, situated in the Romsdalen valley.

**Is Åndalsnes twinned with any other municipality?**

Yes, Åndalsnes (through Rauma Municipality) is twinned with Kristinestad (Kristiinankaupunki) in Finland.

## Why It Matters

Åndalsnes serves as the administrative, economic, and cultural hub of Rauma Municipality in western Norway. Its significance stems from its role as a municipal centre since the mid-19th century, providing government services, commerce, and transportation connections for the surrounding region. The settlement's location in the Romsdalen valley, surrounded by mountainous terrain, makes it an important gateway for tourism and outdoor recreation in Møre og Romsdal county.

The town's administrative history reflects the broader municipal reorganization that occurred in Norway during the 1960s, when smaller municipalities were consolidated. Åndalsnes's elevation of just 16 metres above sea level places it in a relatively low-lying position relative to the dramatic mountain landscapes that characterize the region, making it accessible while still being surrounded by notable natural features.

As a population centre of approximately 2,500 residents, Åndalsnes represents a small but significant urban settlement in rural Norway, providing essential services and employment opportunities for its residents and the surrounding rural areas. Its twinning with Kristinestad demonstrates international municipal cooperation between Norway and Finland.

## Notable For

- Administrative centre of Rauma Municipality since 1964
- Former capital of Grytten Municipality (1838–1963)
- Located at the mouth of the Romsdalen valley
- UN/Locode identifier: NOAND
- Twinned with Kristinestad, Finland
- Wikipedia available in 28 language editions
- Population growth from 2,416 (2019) to 2,498 (2025)

## Body

### Geography and Location

Åndalsnes is situated in Rauma Municipality, Møre og Romsdal county, Norway, at coordinates 62.567222222222°N latitude and 7.6869444444444°E longitude. The settlement lies at an elevation of 16 metres above sea level in the Romsdalen valley, a region known for its dramatic mountain scenery. The total area of the urban settlement is 2.24 square kilometres according to 2019 data from Statistics Norway, with earlier measurements indicating 2.22 km².

### Administrative History

Åndalsnes has played a central role in local governance since the establishment of modern Norwegian municipalities in 1838. From 1838 until December 31, 1963, Åndalsnes served as the administrative centre of Grytten Municipality. On January 1, 1964, following the Norwegian municipal reform of 1964, Grytten Municipality was merged with other municipalities to form Rauma Municipality, and Åndalsnes became the new municipality's capital. This administrative transition marked a significant moment in the settlement's history, expanding its regional importance.

### Demographics

As of January 1, 2025, Åndalsnes has a population of 2,498 residents according to the National Population Register, making it a small but stable urban settlement in rural Norway. The population has shown modest growth over recent years, rising from 2,416 in 2019 to the current figure. The resident demonym for someone from Åndalsnes is "åndalsnesing."

Population data from recent years:
- 2019: 2,416 (estimation)
- 2020: 2,428
- 2021: 2,414
- 2022: 2,388
- 2023: 2,449
- 2024: 2,483
- 2025: 2,498 (preferred value)

### International Identifiers

Åndalsnes is catalogued in numerous international identifier systems, reflecting its documentation in global databases:

- **Wikidata ID**: Q3444
- **VIAF ID**: 15146522307132391268
- **Geonames ID**: 3163155
- **GND ID**: 1102183709
- **Freebase ID**: /m/051s1p
- **UN/Locode**: NOAND
- **SSB urban settlement number**: 6192
- **SSR place name number**: 254502
- **GNS unique feature ID**: -251206

### International Relations

Åndalsnes, through Rauma Municipality, maintains a twinning relationship with Kristinestad (Kristiinankaupunki) in Finland. This twinning represents municipal cooperation between Norwegian and Finnish communities, facilitating cultural exchange and collaborative activities between the two regions.

### Cultural and Visual Documentation

Åndalsnes has been documented photographically with multiple images available on Wikimedia Commons. The primary image, Åndalsnes.jpg, provides visual documentation of the settlement. An additional photograph titled "Åndalsnes from the sea" (Åndalsnes des del mar) offers a different perspective, with the image sourced from the Catalan Wikipedia. The commons category for Åndalsnes is also maintained, facilitating access to related media.

### Wikipedia and Multilingual Coverage

Åndalsnes has dedicated Wikipedia articles in 28 language editions, including Bulgarian, Catalan, Cebuano, Danish, German, English, Spanish, Persian, Finnish, French, Hebrew, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Lithuanian, Dutch, Norwegian (Nynorsk and Bokmål), Polish, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Swedish, Ukrainian, and Chinese. The English Wikipedia article has a sitelink count of 33, indicating significant cross-wikipedia connectivity.

### Additional Online References

The settlement is referenced in several online encyclopedic and database resources, including:
- Store ID for Google Play: Åndalsnes (exact match)
- Online PWN Encyclopedia ID: 3869205
- Encyclopædia Britannica Online ID: place/Andalsnes (with alternative name form Åndalsnes)
- Yle Topic ID: 18-138434
- Who's On First ID: 101804107

### Classification

Åndalsnes is classified as both a city and an urban area in Norway, reflecting its function as a concentrated population centre providing administrative and commercial services to the surrounding region. This classification places it within the category of larger human settlements in Norway, with a sitelink count of 252 indicating substantial presence across Wikimedia projects.

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