Located in Trøndelag, in central Norway, Namdalen is home to beautiful coastal scenery and lush inland landscapes.
The region is widely known for its salmon rivers, and Namsen is by many anglers considered one of the best salmon rivers in Europe.
The coast has played a crucial role for the local economy for thousands of years. Learn more about its fascinating history at Kystmuseet, the coastal museum in Rørvik.
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Are you dreaming of photographing eagles, or reeling in a big catch?
Well, you’ve found the right place!
It’s a paradise for hikers, campers, kayakers …
… and fishing enthusiasts of all ages!
You can even eat and sleep in a refurbished train on a bridge above the Namsen river – and fish from it too!
Book comfy hotels or cosy cabins. Find your home away from home.
Spectacular scenery awaits at the Hanshelleren cave in Flatanger. Described by many as a granite cathedral, the cave has attracted daredevils from around the world, ready to face some of Hanshelleren’s 50+ climbing routes.
This is where you will find Silence, considered to be the hardest route ever climbed after Adam Ondra ascended it in 2017.
The cave is also a great place to hike for a bird’s eye view of the area.
Speaking of birds – have you ever seen a white-tailed eagle?
Embark on an eagle safari and get the chance to snap a photo of Norway’s largest bird of prey.
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To get a taste of the region, visit one of Namdalen’s towns or villages and try delicacies like moose and salmon. If you visit Lierne, make sure to sample the local Li-bab, kebab made with reindeer meat!
With its many bands, the region's biggest city, Namsos, is known as 'the cradle of Trøndelag rock' and is a cultural town with several museums, including Namdalsmuseet and contemporary art museum Kunstmuseet Nord-Trøndelag.
Taste delicious local food and book a table at a fine restaurant.
When you’re ready to spend more time in the wilderness, enjoy the silence in green forests and three national parks: Lierne, Blåfjella-Skjækerfjella, and Børgefjell.
These vast areas of pristine nature are great for hiking, cycling, freshwater fishing …
… skiing, and ice fishing.
Before the adventure comes to an end, make sure to visit the red island of Leka.
It’s Norway’s geological national monument and part of the Trollfjell UNESCO Global Geopark.
The island is actually a little piece of North America that was left behind here in Norway 60 million years ago.
Impressive, right?
Get more information on Namdalen's official website.
Plan your trip to Namdalen with Entur, Norway's official travel planner.
Daily train services between Trondheim and Bodø serve many destinations in Namdalen, including Snåsa, Grong, Harran, Lassemoen, and Namsskogan.
You can travel from Namsos on the M/S Namdalingen to places such as Rørvik and Leka.
The Norwegian Coastal Express Hurtigruten calls daily at Rørvik.
You can travel by express bus to Namdalen from many destinations in Norway.
There are several local bus services within the Namdalen area as well.
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The main motorway through Norway, the E6, practically runs straight through Namdalen, which makes the region easy to reach by car.
The Norwegian Scenic Route Helgelandskysten from Steinkjer to Bodø runs through Namsos and Rørvik.
Plan your route, check traffic alerts, ferry information and more on the Norwegian Roads Administration website.
Namsos Airport has direct flights to and from Bodø, Mosjøen, Rørvik, and Trondheim.
Rørvik Airport has direct flights to and from Mo i Rana, Namsos, and Trondheim.
Trondheim Airport offers flight connections to Norway and much of Europe.
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