MOLDE, NORWAY Situated on the shores of Norway's Romsdalsfj ord, Molde is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here, freeride skier Asbjørn Eggebø Næss shares his favorite places in the city. MUSIC Every summer, thousands of music lovers descend on Molde to hear concerts around the city at the Molde International Jazz Festival. STAY Scandic Seilet Hotel With a striking sail-shaped design, the hotel boasts modern rooms and panoramic views of the Romsdal Alps. After a busy day exploring the city, unwind in the sauna and have sunset drinks at the Masta Skybar. scandichotels.com SERIES PART 1 SKI Tusten Ski Center Ready to hit the slopes? Næss recommends this alpine resort. " You see 222 snow-clad peaks and the Atlantic Ocean from the top. " The hills have a varying range of diffi culty for skiers and snowboarders. tusten.no Bergen native Asbjørn Eggebø Næss is a legend on the freeride ski scene. When he's not shredding mountains around the world or starring in action sports documentaries, such as " Supervention " and " Supervention 2, " Næss loves hanging out at home in Molde, Norway. 26 VIKING OCTOBER 2017 sonsofnorway.com PHOTO BY SVEIN PETTER AAGÅRD / VISITNORWAY.COM ILLUSTRATION BY RANDALL NELSON PHOTO BY IMAGEBROKER / ALAMY STOCK PHOTOhttp://www.scandichotels.com http://www.VISITNORWAY.COM http://www.tusten.no http://www.sonsofnorway.com