Alpina

Alpina watches at Nordur

Alpina is a Swiss watch brand with roots in Geneva, founded in 1883 by the watchmaker Gottlieb Hauser. The brand is known for sports watches: in 1938 it set four requirements for a watch that had to hold up in the mountains – antimagnetic, shock-resistant, water resistant and in stainless steel – and those requirements are still the backbone of the range. At Nordur you will find 83 Alpina products – from DKK 6.195 to DKK 24.695. The series range from the angular Alpiner Extreme and the pilot's watches in Startimer to the dive watches in Seastrong and the classic Alpiner 4.

We show the actual specifications for each product – movement, calibre, case, glass, water resistance and dimensions – so you can compare the models before you choose. Use the filters on the left (or the Filter button on mobile) to narrow down by gender, diameter, movement, colour and price, or go straight to a line via the tiles at the top of the page. All prices are in Danish kroner incl. VAT, and the number next to each filter always shows how many items remain when you combine it with your other choices.

About the Alpina series

Alpina divides its watches into families by use. Alpiner Extreme is the modern sports watch with an integrated bracelet and the largest group in the range. Startimer is the pilot's watches with large, easy-to-read dials. Seastrong is the dive watches with a rotating bezel and 30 ATM. Alpiner 4 is the classic sports watch built on the four principles, Alpiner is the quartz entry point to the brand, and Carrée and Heritage are the small, classic models with a square or round case.

The automatic movements are Alpina's own calibres, several of them built on the Sellita SW200, and all watches are Swiss Made with anti-reflective sapphire crystal. Nordur's range covers 7 named series; the largest are Alpiner Extreme (32), Startimer (22), Seastrong (12), Alpiner (6), Alpiner 4 (5). The table below shows the series we stock at least 3 models from, with price range and the key specifications – all figures are calculated from the products on the page, not copied.

Alpina Alpiner Extreme

Alpiner Extreme is the largest family in the range and Alpina's modern sports watch: an angular case with an integrated bracelet or rubber strap, a fixed bezel and a screwed caseback. It comes as an automatic in 39 and 41 mm, as the solar-powered Solarmetre in 38 mm with automatic time adjustment, and as quartz in 34 mm for the narrower wrist. Almost all are in steel, one in titanium, and the automatic versions are usually rated to 20 ATM, quartz and solar to 10. The family also includes the technical variants – Regulator, Skeleton and an automatic chronograph at 42 mm. At Nordur we carry 32 models from Alpiner Extreme for men and women, from DKK 7.395 to DKK 23.395. Specifications: diameter 34–42 mm, automatic movements (20) and quartz movements (12), sapphire crystal and water resistance 10 ATM / 100 metres and 20 ATM / 200 metres. See all Alpiner Extreme models.

Alpina Startimer

Startimer is Alpina's pilot's watch and the second-largest group: round steel watches for men, usually 41 mm, with large numerals and hands that can be read at a glance. Here are automatic pilot's watches on leather and textile straps, quartz chronographs, a Worldtimer with world time and Heritage models with GMT and 30 ATM. Two Heritage Startimer Pilot at 38 mm are for anyone who wants a classic size. At Nordur we carry 22 models from Startimer for men, from DKK 6.295 to DKK 19.495. Specifications: diameter 38–44 mm, automatic movements (13) and quartz movements (9), sapphire crystal and water resistance 3 ATM / 30 metres, 10 ATM / 100 metres and 30 ATM / 300 metres. See all Startimer models.

Alpina Seastrong

Seastrong is the dive family: automatic watches with a rotating bezel and a screw-down crown, all water resistant to 30 ATM. Sizes run from 36 mm (the Comtesse Gyre for women) to 46 mm, and besides steel there is a case in recycled plastic and a limited edition in steel and carbon. Most sit on a rubber strap and are ready for the water from day one. At Nordur we carry 12 models from Seastrong for men and women, from DKK 6.195 to DKK 17.195. Specifications: diameter 36–46 mm, automatic movements (12), sapphire crystal and water resistance 30 ATM / 300 metres. See all Seastrong models.

Men's and women's watches from Alpina

Alpina for men: 75 products, from DKK 6.295 to DKK 24.695. The men's watches are pilot's watches, dive watches and sports watches in steel and titanium with diameters of 33–46 mm, sports watches, square watches / classic watches and dive watches, and water resistance from 3 ATM / 30 metres to 30 ATM / 300 metres.

Alpina for women: 13 products, from DKK 6.195 to DKK 23.395. The women's watches are mostly the Alpiner Extreme in 34 mm, plus Seastrong models and the small Heritage watches, diameters of 34–40 mm and water resistance from 3 ATM / 30 metres to 30 ATM / 300 metres.

Gender is a guide, not a rule – the Heritage in 34 mm is sold to both. Diameter matters more for how the watch sits: up to 34 mm looks small on most wrists, 38–41 mm is the classic medium size, and 42–46 mm is a large, sporty watch. The Diameter filter shows exactly what is available in each size.

Movement, glass and water resistance

The watches in the range have automatic movements (57) and quartz movements (26). The automatic movements are wound by the motion of your arm; several of Alpina's calibres are built on the Sellita SW200, and two of the Alpiner 4 models are antimagnetic. The quartz watches are Swiss, and the Alpiner Extreme Solarmetre is charged by light and sets the time itself, so the battery never needs changing. Glass: sapphire crystal (83) – sapphire crystal stands up to keys and table edges without scratching, and it is anti-reflective coated across the whole range.

Water resistance ranges from 3 ATM / 30 metres (withstands rain and hand washing), 10 ATM / 100 metres (withstands swimming and snorkelling), 20 ATM / 200 metres (withstands diving without equipment) and 30 ATM / 300 metres (withstands diving with equipment). The figure is shown on every product and can be used as a filter. Whatever the rating, the crown and pushers should not be operated under water, and a leather strap lasts longest if it is kept dry.

Shop at Nordur

At Nordur you get Delivery in 2-3 working days (7-10 from the remote warehouse), a 99-day right of return and a 2-year statutory warranty. The terms are on the individual pages, so you know what applies before you order.

We always show both the previous and the current price when a product is reduced, and the discount is calculated from the previous price. Right now 2 of the 83 Alpina watches are reduced by up to 23 % – see them all together under Alpina Sale. All prices are in Danish kroner incl. VAT.

If you are unsure about a model, a size or an order, write to us. We reply within 24 hours on working days and are happy to help you find the right watch.

Frequently asked questions

The answers below are based on the specifications of the items on the page and on Nordur's own terms.

How many Alpina watches does Nordur stock?

Right now 83 products. Prices range from DKK 6.195 to DKK 24.695, and the range is updated as new lines arrive.

What does an Alpina watch cost at Nordur?

The watches cost from DKK 6.195 to DKK 24.695. The quartz watches in Alpiner and Alpiner Extreme are at the bottom, the automatic Startimer and Seastrong in the middle, and chronographs, Regulator and limited editions at the top. See all Alpina watches sorted by price.

Are Alpina watches Swiss made?

Yes – all watches in the range are made in Switzerland and marked Swiss Made on the dial. Alpina belongs to Geneva and has made watches for use in the mountains, in the air and at sea since 1883.

What does Alpiner 4 mean?

The four requirements Alpina set for a sports watch in 1938: antimagnetic, shock-resistant, water resistant and in stainless steel. The Alpiner 4 series is built to them today – automatic, a rotating bezel and a screw-down crown. 57 of the watches in the range are automatic.

How do I choose the right size?

The watches come in diameters from 33–46 mm. Measure your wrist: under 16 cm, watches up to 38 mm fit best, 16–18 cm suits 38–42 mm, and over 18 cm wears 44–46 mm well. Alpiner Extreme comes in 34, 38, 39 and 41 mm, so it is a good place to try out what suits the wrist.

What are delivery, returns and warranty like at Nordur?

You get Delivery in 2-3 working days (7-10 from the remote warehouse), a 99-day right of return and a 2-year statutory warranty. The details are on the individual pages, and if you have questions, contact us – we reply within 24 hours on working days.