Cosy, welcoming,and with a touch of luxury. Come along on a Christmas adventure in Trøndelag's largest city.
The Christmas Town Trondheim
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INBOVI
The Christmas Town Trondheim
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Photo:
INBOVI
Bakklandet must be one of Norway's most idyllic neighbourhoods.
This colourful area of Trondheim is beautiful all year around, but there's something really special about it when it's all dressed up for the holidays.
Bakklandet in Trondheim in winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Bakklandet in Trondheim in winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
You'll get a true Nordic Christmas feeling while strolling between the cute shops ...
Shopping at Bakklandet in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Shopping at Bakklandet in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Warm up with a coffee or hot chocolate and enjoy the atmosphere of all the charming, wooden houses.
Baklandet Skydsstation in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Baklandet Skydsstation in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
As you continue your stroll across Gamle Bybro, The Old Town Bridge, you will have an excellent view of the city. It's particular beautiful in the winter light, with a fresh layer of snow on top.
The Old Town Bridge in Trondheim in winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visit Norway
The Old Town Bridge in Trondheim in winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visit Norway
In the city centre, a fantastic Christmas market is arranged in December. It's the perfect place for families, friends, or couples who want to get into the Christmas spirit.
The Christmas market in Trondheim
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Visit Trondheim
The Christmas market in Trondheim
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Visit Trondheim
Go for a romantic spin in the Ferris wheel for an incredible view of the city ...
The Ferris wheel at the Christmas market in Trondheim
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Visit Trondheim
The Ferris wheel at the Christmas market in Trondheim
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Visit Trondheim
... and taste local treats from the many market stalls. Lapper (thick, Norwegian pancakes), waffles and more await!
Eating sveler at the Christmas market in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Friends at the Christmas market in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
If the weather is not on your side, you can always enjoy a warm meal and something good to drink in the massive (but also cosy) lavvo.
Here, music is being played, and folk tales are being told. The menu is, of course, based on local specialities.
Try a Christmasy hamburger made of reindeer from Røros, beef stew from Ytterøy, or a sandwich with gravlaks, a kind of cured salmon.
It's all so good!
In the lavvo at the Christmas market in Trondheim
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Visit Trondheim
In the lavvo at the Christmas market in Trondheim
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Visit Trondheim
Now that we're all warmed up, let's go explore more of the city!
Although it's highly recommended to have a look inside, the cathedral is still a spectacular sight from outside when it's all wrapped up in snow.
Isn't she beautiful?
If you plan ahead, you can book tickets for a heart-warming Christmas concert in the cathedral as well! Just remember these are popular events, so book early.
The Nidarosdomen cathedral in winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
The Nidarosdomen cathedral in winter
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
From one magical building to another – Britannia Hotel is located just a ten-minute walk from the cathedral, and wow, what a sight the hotel is during Christmas!
The facade is covered with the finest lights, and the entire hotel is decked out for a luxurious Christmas celebration.
Britannia Hotel in Trondheim during Christmas
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Britannia Hotel in Trondheim during Christmas
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
If you're not checking in, you can still indulge in a fabulous lunch or dinner in one of the hotel's incredible restaurants.
In Palmehaven restaurant you can enjoy a Christmas lunch, a festive afternoon tea and a Christmas dinner, while Michelin-starredSpeilsalen offers a spectacular champagne lunch.
Palmehaven restaurant at Hotel Britannia in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visit Norway
Palmehaven restaurant at Hotel Britannia in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen / Visit Norway
When it comes to amazing culinary experiences, Trondheim is really the place to be. In 2022, Trondheim and Trøndelag was named European Region of Gastronomy, which means you're in for a treat.
Dinner at Troll restaurant in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Dinner at Troll restaurant in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
If you're here during the holidays, you must make sure to try a traditional, Norwegian Christmas dinner!
Ribbe, pork ribs (pictured), pinnekjøtt, salt-cured lamb ribs, and lutefisk, a stockfish dish, are all popular among Norwegians on the main focus of celebrations, Christmas Eve, and several restaurants in the region have them on the menu throughout December.
Ribbe from Troll restaurant in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Ribbe from Troll restaurant in Trondheim
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Photo:
Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
If you're travelling with children, you should definitely plan to visit the open-air museum Sverresborg.
This folk museum is located in picturesque surroundings around the ruins of King Sverre's Castle, Norway's oldest medieval castle. Here, you can experience the magic of an old-fashioned Norwegian Christmas.
Horse and carriage at Sverresborg
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Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum
Christmas at Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum
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Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum
Have Christmas porridge around the fire pit, and go meet all the little nisser that live in the barn!
And don't forget the most important thing: to send your wish list to Santa.
Christmas at Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum
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Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum
Christmas at Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum
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Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum
Is one of the things on your list a new experience?
Trondheim is packed with cool activities in wintertime. Try kayaking at night along the channel and Nidelven river – a cool way of seeing the city of Trondheim, go on a winter boat tour in historic surroundings, or visit one of the many popular ice skating rinks in town or one of the lakes in Bymarka!
Ice skating in Trondheim
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Marius Rua / Buckethaus
Ice skating in Trondheim
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Photo:
Marius Rua / Buckethaus
Trondheim will give you a fantastic holiday with lots of beautiful memories (and probably a full stomach).