About Trondheim, Norway:
Founded in 997 AD by Viking King Olav, Trondheim served as Norway’s capital during the Viking Age until 1217 AD. Trondheim is Norway’s third-largest city (population around 200,000 in the municipality). It’s a vibrant, walkable university town blending rich Viking history as well as Gothic architecture and a thriving food scene. Many attractions are close together, which makes it easy to explore the city.
The climate is fairly temperate compared to most of Norway. Summers are mild, with typical highs 59–68°F (15–20°C); winters are cold but not extreme.
Gamle Bybro (Old Town Bridge) is an iconic red wooden bridge offering beautiful views of the river and colorful warehouses in Bakklandet, a charming historic neighborhood with wooden houses, cafés, and boutiques. Kristiansten Fortress, built after the 17th-century Swedish invasions, offers panoramic city views. Foodies may wish to try local seafood, game, and innovative Nordic cuisine. The city has a lively craft beer scene and waterfront spots.
A unique feature in Trondheim is a cycle lift, a bicycle escalator leading up to the city. Other tourist attractions include fjord boat trips, hiking in nearby hills/forests, or a sauna by the water. There several museums here in the city: Rockheim (National Museum of Popular Music), Trondheim Art Museum; Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum (open-air) and University Museum (Vitenskapsmuseet).
Catholic Places of interest in Trondheim, Norway:
Nidaros Cathedral: (formerly Catholic, now protestant) Scandinavia’s northernmost Gothic cathedral and Norway’s national shrine. Construction began in the 12th century on the site of St. Olav’s grave.
Saint Olav Cathedral: The Catholic Cathedral in Trondheim
Traveling to Trondheim, Norway:
By air: The closest international travel hub outside Norway is Stockholm, Sweden’s Arlanda Airport (IATA: ARN, ICAO: ESSA), which is 486 miles (782 km) southeast. For travel to other European destinations, Trondheim Airport (TRD) has good connections within Europe.
By train: The nearest major city is Oslo, Norway, 307 miles (494 km) south. Trains from Oslo take around 7 hours; it’s a stop on the Hurtigruten coastal route A scenic Norwegian State Railways.
By car:Driving the European Route E6 takes about 6 hours and 17 minutes.