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Follow in the footsteps
of Troll 1 & 2
Something has awoken from its deep slumber in the Norwegian mountains…
Troll was the most viewed non-English language film on Netflix during its first week of release in December 2022. Now the sequel has arrived, and once again, Norway’s dramatic landscapes are under attack.
Explore the spectacular filming locations from Troll and Troll 2, and discover the real-life places behind the films.
1. Trondheim
Trondheim takes on a major role in Troll 2, with scenes shot in the compact city centre and around its iconic Nidaros Cathedral.
The dramatic cathedral adds a powerful, mythic atmosphere that fits the film’s universe perfectly.
2. The St. Olav Ways
You can, literally, follow in the footsteps of the trolls!
In Troll 2, the trolls take on the journey of the St. Olav Ways, Norway's most famous pilgrim path, that connects Oslo with the iconic Nidaros Cathedral.
3. Rjukan
Vemork’s historic hydroelectric plant – famous for the WWII heavy water sabotage – becomes one of the sequel’s most striking locations. The mix of dramatic war history, industrial heritage and steep mountain walls in Telemark creates a powerful cinematic backdrop.
4. Oslo and Maridalen
Oslo plays a major role in the first Troll film, contrasting modern city life with ancient forces reawakened. In Troll 2, the action shifts to just outside the capital to Maridalen – a forested valley with lakes and the preserved ruins of medieval St. Margaret’s Church.
5. Hemsedal
The Troll 2 film opens in Hemsedal, where a real after-ski venue is used to stage the dramatic attack sequence.
Known as one of Norway’s ultimate ski destinations, Hemsedal’s high-alpine setting and lively party scene made it the perfect backdrop for the film’s explosive opening.
6. Jotunheimen, home of the giants
Both Troll and Troll 2 return to Jotunheimen, the real home of the giants. In the first film, the troll storms through Bøverdalen, and the sequel revisits the same dramatic landscapes. Rooted in Norse mythology and crowned by Galdhøpiggen, Norway’s highest peak, this region makes it easy to imagine giants still roaming the mountains.
7. Trollveggen ("The Troll Wall")
Troll 1 starts with an eye opener, literally. If you look closely, and believe strongly enough, you can discover stone faces in the sides of the Trolltindane mountains.
They form part of Europe's highest vertical rock wall Trollveggen, close to the "Alpine capital" of Åndalsnes, and provide a stunning backdrop to the opening scene in Troll. Witness it from the ground, or from the world famous Rauma railway.
8. The secret of the Dovrefjell mountains
Can you hear the rumbling in the mountains?
Hiking in Norwegian nature really gives you a sense of peace and solitude … but are you really alone?
The scene in the original film where an explosion in the Norwegian mountains awakens an ancient troll was partly filmed in the Dovrefjell mountains, in Eastern Norway.
The award-winning Snøhetta viewpoint is the perfect spot to look for trolls, as well as musk oxen.
9. Fossils
In the original film, Nora Tidemann is on a dig looking for fossils in Flø in Ulstein, when she is assigned a surprising mission.
We don't know if you can find fossils in Flø in real life, but we do know that this little village in Fjord Norway is an amazing find in its own right!
10. Valdresflye Scenic Route
If you want more beautiful Norwegian nature, head to Valdresflye, where Nora's 'troll nut' father Tobias lives in his small log cabin.
Valdresflye is one of Norway's Scenic Routes, with panoramic views of the mountains and wide expanses – making it hard for any troll to hide.
Stop at Besseggen ridge, one of the most popular hikes in the country.
11. Gudbrandsdalen valley
The troll in the first film rushes southwards, through the culturally rich Gudbrandsdalen valley. Luckily, it doesn't destroy the beautiful churches of Sør-Fron (pictured) and Ringebu stave church.
12. Troll meets troll
In Troll 1, the giant definitely gets a surprise when he arrives at the entrance of Hunderfossen Adventure Park near Lillehammer and comes face-to-face with a troll himself.
The massive statue at Hunderfossen is Norway's most photographed troll. Step into a fairytale world of 150 trolls, where you can even dine with them inside a huge hall. And enjoy lots of fun rides, too!
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