Top Trondheim Outdoor Activities

The secret to enjoying winter in northern Norway is getting out and having a great time—like on this small-group cross-country skiing tour. Heading out to the forests outside Trondheim, your guide will help you strap on your skis and lead you into incredible nature, including a stop for a homemade snack, as is Norwegian tradition. Beyond time well spent outdoors, you’ll experience a slice of Norwegian life.

Playing in the snow is cultural tradition in Norway, regardless of your age. With this tour, you’ll do just that—via the northernmost tram in the world. Once at the top, you’ll sled across the forest, build snowmen, create your own snow lantern, learn all about Norwegian culture and history, and more.

The tour starts in front of Pirbadet. It continues to a modern part of the city called Solsiden where many locals spend their free time enjoying themselves outside the cafés and restaurants. We proceed along the river Nid and the colorful warehouses. After that we head to one of the oldest areas of ​​the town – Bakklandet – which has managed to preserve its charming wooden architecture. In Bakklandet is where you also find the world's only bicycle lift. We leave Bakklandet behind crossing over the famous old town bridge with "The Portal of Happiness". Then we arrive at Nidaros Cathedral, Norway's national monument. Nidaros Cathedral is built over the tomb of St. Olav, Norway's patron saint. We carry on to the Market Square (Torget). Here, the Viking King Olav Tryggvason, the city's founder, is enthroned above the vibrant square in the shape of a statue. Our next stop is Stiftsgården, the royal residence, and passing Britannia Hotel before heading back to the harbour.

See the sights of Trondheim while getting some exercise on this fast-faced power-walking private tour. With a personal trainer as your guide, you’ll view essential city landmarks including Kristiansten Fortress, Nidaros Cathedral, and Old Town Bridge. Your guide will customize the tour to suit your preferred pace and can include short stops or a final destination of your choosing.

Let a local and experienced Personal Trainer take you straight to the best paths and pikes of Trondheim’s beautiful nature. On this private hike we follow a path that leads us through an alley of leafy trees following a stream. Walking on narrow trails steep uphill surrounded by a wonderful forest it will lead us to a little pike with spectacular view. From here you can see the whole city, the fjord and beyond. The hike starts in the city centre or at your prefered pickup. Total distance 6,5km. Estimated time is 2-3 hours. The price is per Group, this is a private tour for maximum 4 People. (Dress according to the weather, hiking shoes or comfortable shoes for walking is recommended. Do not wear your newest and white sneakers as some places may be muddy and wet all year around. In the winter, stingers to put on the shoes will give you a better grip on slippery surfaces, we have some to lend out if you don’t have your own.)