20 things to do in Trondheim
Munkholmen – the monk’s islet
Formerly a monastery and execution ground, now a popular recreation area, beach and restaurant. Shuttle boat from Ravnkloa from the end of May until early September.
For more information, see: www.munkholmen.no
Vitensenteret – Science Centre
Popular science centre. More than 150 models you can experiment with. Fun for the whole family.
For more information, see: www.vitensenteret.com
Trampe, the bicycle lift
The world’s first bicycle lift is found in Trondheim. The lift takes bikers up Brubakken near Gamle Bybro, helping bikers part of the way up to Kristiansten Fortress. To use the lift, you’ll need a keycard, which you can borrow from the Mix kiosk, Dromedar coffee shop and Sykkelbua at Bakklandet, as well as from the tourist information on the Square. For more information, see: www.trampe.no/english/
Bakklandet
Bakklandet is Trondheim’s old city, and is situated on the east bank of Nidelva. The easiest way to get there is to cross Gamle Bybro from the city side. Here, you’ll find old wooden buildings, originally built to house the working class. Now, these buildings have been restored and house shops, bars and restaurants, in addition to some apartments.
Nidaros Cathedral/Archbishop’s Palace/Royal Regalia
Nidaros Cathedral is the world’s northernmost cathedral, and Norway’s national sanctuary. Started in 1070, the cathedral was built on top of the grave of St. Olaf. The Arch Bishop’s Palace was the domicile of the archbishop and a spiritual and political centre from the mid-1100s until the Reformation. The Royal Regalia of Norway are displayed in a medieval vault in the Archbishop’s Palace.
For more information, see: www.nidarosdomen.no - www.riksregaliene.no
Sverresborg, Trøndelag Folk Museum
Large open-air museum, showcasing architecture and scenes from Trondheim and Trøndelag, idyllicly located near the ruins of King Sverre’s medieval castle. The museum also has indoor exhibitions, a museum shop and a café. Part of Sverresborg Museum are also the Norwegian Telecom Museum, Trondheim Maritime Museum and the Norwegian Deaf Museum. For more information, see: www.sverresborg.no
Ringve Museum/Ringve Botanical Garden
Ringve is the Norwegian national museum for music and musical instruments, and exhibits collections of musical instruments from around the world. The museum is idyllicly located in an old country estate at Lade, in the middle of Ringve Botanical Garden. Museum shop and café.
www.ringve.no
Tram to Lian
The Trondheim tram line runs from St. Olavsgate to Lian near Bymarka. The tram ride takes 20 minutes and takes you through a neighbourhood of old wooden buildings. Enjoy the panoramic views of the city! The tramride is also the gateway to Bymarka, and endless recreational opportunities. For timetable: www.graakallbanen.no
Pirbadet
Norway’s larges indoor swimming pool and waterpark. Enjoy the wave pool, whirlpool, kiddie pool, water current canal, waterslides, sauna, climbing wall, diving platform, wellness pool and the Olympic-size swimming pool.
For more information, see: www.pirbadet.no
Art museums/galleries
Trondheim has a number of art museums and galleries.
Nordenfjeldske Kunstindustrimuseum – arts and crafts museum - www.nkim.no
Trondheim Art Society - www.tkf.no
Trondheim Art Museum and Gråmølna - www.tkm.museum.no
Trøndelag Centre for Contemporary Art - www.samtidskunst.no
Harbour sightseeing
A trip around the harbour, Nidelva and the Trondheim fjord. You get a great fjord-side view of the city and can view popular sights, like the wharfs and Gamle Bybro. There will be a short stop at Munkholmen, and participants may choose to hop off, taking the shuttle boat back. Day and evening trips in the summer season.
For more information, see: www.trippsbatservice.no
Golf
Trondheim has two golf courses. Byneset Golf is in a rural setting, and has a 18-hole and a 9-hole course. Trondheim Golf Club sits in a great location with a view of the city. The golf club has a 9-hole course.
For more information, see: www.bynesetgolf.no - www.golfklubben.no
Hiking
Trondheim and the surrounding areas offer a wide range of marked trails for hikers and bikers. In Bymarka and Strindamarka, at Lade and along Nidelva there are plenty of trails to suit people of all abilities and interests.
For more information, see: www.trondheim.no/sport
Swimming
Along the Trondheim fjord there are severl beaches suitable for swimming, such as Brennebukta, Ringvebukta, Djupvika, etc., in addition to Munkholmen, which is an islet out in the fjord. The water temperature in the fjord is approximately 17 degrees in the summer. If that is too cool for your taste, the temperature in the many ponds and lakes in the Municipality of Trondheim is generally a bit higher.
Please note: Jonsvatnet is a source of drinking water, and swimming is prohibited here.
Fishing
Nidelven is one of Norway’s best salmon and trout rivers. Out on the fjord you can catch cod, Pollock and mackrel. You need a permit to fish in the river, but it is free from Gamle Bybro and out on the fjord. Several of the lakes and ponds are great for freshwater fishing, but you need a permit. For more information, see: www.tofa.no
Museum and gallery days
Trondheim has many more museums and galleries than the ones included here.
Kristiansten Fortress
The fort was built after the great city fire in 1681, and now stands guard over the city. It saved the city from conquest by Sweden in 1718. Under German occupation from 1940 to 1945, the fort was used as a place of execution for Norwegian members of Resistance. From the fort there is a spectacular view over Trondheim and its surroundings, the fjord and mountains.
Shopping
In Midtbyen, Trondheim’s city centre, you’ll find a lot of specialty shops for fashion and interiors. In recent years, the city has undergone significant urbanization, which is reflected in the variety of shops. These shops are not found in the main shopping streets, but “around the corner”. In addition, Trondheim also has Zara and other popular retail chains.
Restaurants and cafés
Trondheim is rumoured to be the city in Norway with the most restaurants per person. There are restaurants and cafés to suit any taste or wallet. Local foods are popular these days, and the two Trøndelag counties supply fresh meat and produc to the city’s restaurants.