Attractions Nearby Trondheim, Day Trips and Excursions

(Trondheim, Sor-Trondelag, Norway)



Photo of famous Hell signThis area of Norway lends itself to days out and brief excursions, and many attractions lie within minutes of Trondheim. Boat trips regularly run between Trondheim and Kristiansund, together with other nearby islands, such as Froya, Hitra and Ulvoya.

The Norwegian village of Hell is around 30 minutes away and often visited by tourists, so that they can say they've been to hell, and it was actually rather pretty. Other neighbouring attractions close to Trondheim include the Skarvan og Roltdalen National Park, and the villages of both Skaun and Stiklestad.


Whilst Oslo (south) and Bergen (south-west) are amongst the biggest tourist destinations in Norway, they are too far for a day trip, although perfect for those planning a round trip of Norway.

Picture of building in central Hell

Hell

Many people visit the neighbouring village of Hell simply because of its rather devilish name, coming here to simply take a photograph of the railway sign and purchase a postcard. Hell is just 32 km / 20 miles to the east of Trondheim and features just a handful of actual tourist attractions, with the Hell Senteret shopping centre being a particular favourite on a damp day.

Skarvan og Roltdalen National Park

The Skarvan og Roltdalen National Park is around 95 km / 59 miles from Trondheim and is a relatively new addition to the attractions in this part of Norway, since it only actually officially opened to the public in 2004. This vast nature reserve covers almost 450 square kilometres / 174 square miles and is home to the Skarvan mountains and many scenic trails, particularly around the Sylan area, where you will even find some cozy mountain cabins.

View of Skaun

Skaun

A rather rural and picturesque spot, Skaun is a mere 38 km / 24 miles south-west of Trondheim and has become a popular day trip. The main attractions in Skaun include a historic church, a local museum and almost 50 different lakes suitable for fishing and bathing, such as Lake Anoya, along with a number of beach areas next to the sea, such as both the Trasavika and the Gronnlandsskjaeret.

Photo of the Stiklestad Cultural Centre

Stiklestad

Stiklestad is famous for being the site where the Battle of Stiklestad took place in 1030 and Norway's King Olaf II was killed. Today, the village of Stiklestad still remembers this important passage between both the Viking and medieval eras. The Stiklestad Cultural Centre (Stiklestad Kulturhus) is amongst the main attractions within the village and this popular theme park features an array of exhibits relating to the battle itself, along with an open-air folk museum and a 12th-century church.