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Urban highlights, historical sights, and coastal life mixed with world-class food experiences. Get ready for a taste of Trøndelag.

For the outdoorsy type, Trøndelag in central Norway is perfect for activities like hiking, skiing, cycling, and fishing. Or how about adding a spiritual dimension and hike one of the pilgrim paths the St. Olav Ways, which all lead to the stunning Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim?

Trondheim is the region’s capital and known as the Home of Nordic flavours. Indulge in fantastic food experiences ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to small cosy coffee shops.

Foodies will also be in for a treat by driving the scenic detour The Golden Road. Along the route, you will find several superb farm sales and restaurants.

A short boat trip from Trondheim, the coastline awaits. Experience the rural lifestyle that combined with modern Scandinavian architecture gives you a chance to wind down in an inspirational way.

Get in-depth travel information on Trøndelag’s official website.

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Stiklestad National Culture Centre

The Battle of Stiklestad in 1030 Norways most famous historic battle, where the Christian Viking King Olav Haraldsson fell. He later became known as… Read more

Stiklestad National Culture Centre

The Golden Road

The detour The Golden Road passes through beautiful scenery in the Municipality of Inderøy in North-Trøndelag. Participants along the route offer… Read more

The Golden Road

Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral is the world’s northernmost gothic cathedral. Built from 1070 over the tomb of St. Olav, the Viking king who brought Christianity to… Read more

Nidaros Cathedral

Røros Museum– Olav’s Mine

Join us for an hour's walk through 300 years of mining history. The guided tour takes you through the Nyberget mine dating from the 17th century and… Read more

Røros Museum– Olav’s Mine

Namsskogan Familiepark - Wildlife park

Namsskogan Familiepark has Norway’s largest collection of Nordic animals. Over 30 species, among them wolverine, lynx, wolf and bear, live in… Read more

Namsskogan Familiepark - Wildlife park

Falstadsenteret - museum and war mermorial

The Falstadsenteret in Levanger is a museum, war memorial and human rights centre.In addition to permanent and temproary exhibitions, there is a huge… Read more

Falstadsenteret - museum and war mermorial

Musk Ox Safari

Dovrefjell National Park is the only place in Norway, and one of few places in the world, where you can experience the majestic muskox. Read more

Musk Ox Safari

Amazing Meråker - Gold medal ski resort & training camp!

Meråker is an exclusive mountain village resort. This is where the Norwegian Winter Olympic Team train and where young aspiring Norwegian… Read more

Amazing Meråker - Gold medal ski resort & training camp!

Local Food Safari in Røros

Join us for a unique local culinary experience as we take you through the history of the 'local food capital' of Norway. Read more

Local Food Safari in Røros

Kayaking in the Namdal archipelago - Explore Ytre Namdal

Would you like to go kayaking in magnificent surroundings in Ytre Namdal ? Join us and explore the archipelago around Abelvær by kayak. Here,… Read more

Kayaking in the Namdal archipelago - Explore Ytre Namdal

Trondheim by boat

Trondheim by Boat is a unique experience where we show you our lovely town from a very different perspective! Traveling by sea, through the fjords and… Read more

Trondheim by boat

Trondheim Kayak

Trondheimkajakk welcomes you to take an amazing trip by kayak down the Nidelven river in Trondheim. You will experience Trondheim from a unique… Read more

Trondheim Kayak

Saemien Sijte - South Sami Museum and Cultural Centre

Saemien Sijte is a South Sámi Museum and Cultural Center in wilderness municipality of Snåsa, located in the heart of the southern Sami… Read more

Saemien Sijte - South Sami Museum and Cultural Centre

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A small harbor in Mausund at the coast of Trøndelag

Hitra, Frøya & Fosen

At the coast of Trøndelag you will experience genuine coastal heritage, local food, and a wide range of activities at both sea and… Read more

Hitra, Frøya & Fosen

Two children wearing viking costumes at Stiklestad National Culture Centre

Innherred

Innherred was an important area in Norway during the middle ages, and the locals are proud of their heritage, the tasty locally produced food, and the… Read more

Innherred

Kystriksveien - the coastal route

Kystriksveien is a beautiful scenic road between Steinkjer and Bodø. Most people travel Kystriksveien by car, but it is also a great cycling… Read more

Kystriksveien - the coastal route

Namdalen

Boasting a pristine coastline, plenty of rivers and three national parks, Namdalen is a natural hub for outdoor pursuits. Read more

Namdalen

Oppdal

The charming mountain village in Mid-Norway stretches from Dovrefjell in the south to Trollheimen in the north, and our nature gives every season new… Read more

Oppdal

Røros

The traditional town of Røros, which is known as one of Norway’s sustainable destinations, is a modern community in which people live and… Read more

Røros

Overview of Inderøy in Innherred an autumn evening light. Trøndelag, Norway

The Golden Road

The Golden Road is a surprise of many colours – easily accessible in the middle of Norway. This fun detour landscape gives you great… Read more

The Golden Road

Trondheim

The vibrant city of Trondheims is home to some of Trøndelag’s most popular attractions, cosy shopping streets and a myriad of restaurants… Read more

Trondheim

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By train

The train from Oslo to Trondheim takes about 7 hours and stops at Kongsvoll, Oppdal, Berkåk, and Støren in Trøndelag.

From Bodø, the train journey is just under 10 hours. The train stops at several stations in Trøndelag before it arrives in Trondheim.

You can also take the train to Meråker in Trøndelag from Sundsvall in Sweden. The trip takes 4 hours and 45 minutes.
By bus

Express buses operate a number of daily services between the larger cities in Norway.

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By boat

The coastal express Hurtigruten stops in Trondheim and Rørvik in Trøndelag on both its northbound and southbound journeys.

You can travel between Trondheim and Kristiansund by ferry via the picturesque islands of Hitra and Frøya.

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By car

If you are coming from the south or the north, the E6 will take you straight through Trøndelag.

The E39 and the Rv79 connects Trøndelag with the county of Møre og Romsdal in Fjord Norway.

If you are travelling from Sweden, you can reach Trøndelag via the Rv31 to Røros, the E14 to Stjørdal or the Rv72 to Verdal.

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By plane

Trondheim Airport is one of the largest airports in Norway and serves as the regional airport for Trøndelag. There are direct services to Trondheim from many cities abroad, and all the biggest cities and towns in Norway.

There are daily flights from Trondheim to Namsos and Rørvik, and between Oslo and Røros.

The Airport Express Coach runs from Trondheim Airport to Trondheim city centre every 20 minutes. The trip takes about 30 minutes.

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Local travel

You can get around the city of Trondheim by bus, tram, and ferry. You can also borrow a city bike or walk, as the distances are relatively short.

A well-developed regional bus and train network makes it easy to get from A to B in Trøndelag.

There are frequent ferry services between Trondheim and the Fosen peninsula.