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Trondheim: Things To See & Do
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Archbishop's
Palace (Erkebispegården)
First begun in
the 1100s, this ancient building is considered the oldest
secular building in Scandinavia, and until the Reformation in
1537, was home to the ruling archbishop of Trondheim. After a
stint as the Danish Governor's residence and an outpost for the
Norwegian Military, it is now a museum, displaying interesting
artifacts from its own history, as well as some items form the
nearby Nidaros Cathedral.
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Kristiansen Fortress (Kristiansen Festnung)
Built
after the great city fire in 1681, this strategically
placed fortress is noted by military buffs for the vital role it
played in the defence of Trondheim against the many attacks that
have taken place against the city over the centuries. The
fortress is also noteworthy for its nine-sided design, which was considered an innovative design at the
time. For visitors not interested in military trivia, the
fortress also offers a splendid view of the surrounding area.
The gates of the fortress are open when the flag is raised,
though some of the buildings and rooms inside are only open from
June to August.
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Trondheim Cathedral (Nidaros Domkirke)
First
begun in the 1000s, this cathedral is considered one of the
most important ecclesiastical buildings in
Scandinavia, as many of the events which shaped the nation's
history took place here, in particular the enshrinement of
Saint Olaf and the 1905 coronation of Haakon VII. The
building itself is also impressive, in particular the
stained glass windows and the west facade, which is floodlit
at night. The crown jewels of Norway can also be seen in a
small museum on-site.
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Bakklandet
Bakklandet
is a charming neighbourhood to the east of the Nidelva
river, where restored old buildings preserve a vision of
Trondheim as it was in the 17th century. The area has shops,
historical interest attractions, boutiques and cafes. Don't
forget to stop by the Old Town Bridge, with its wooden gate.
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The
Royal Residence (Stiftsgarden)
Stiftsgarden is anther legacy from the 1700s; it was
once the home of Cecilia Christine Schøller, the
widow of the Privy Chancellor, before being
temporarily used as the Royal Residence of Karl
Johan. and today is beautifully preserved as the
largest wooden building in northern Europe, boasting
144 opulent rooms in a palace that, outside, looks
for all the world like an upscale log cabin.
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Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum
For those interested in exploring Norway's history,
this is a great place to go. Filled with farmhouses,
cottages, churches and other buildings restored to
showcase life as it was in Norway during the
previous 3 centuries. Both educational and fun, it
is a popular place for families, as well as visitors
looking to explore a little deeper into Norwegian
culture.
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National Museum of Decorative Arts (Nordenfjeldske
Kunstindustrimuseum)
Considered one
of the best museums in central Norway, this
institution has a large number of
collections focusing on applied arts,
ranging anywhere from textiles to furniture.
Here you'll find a massive Art Nouveau
collection, where many of the pieces were
first bought at the historic World Art
Exhibitions in Paris; an Arts And Crafts
collection focusing on the well-known
British craftsman William Morris; and much
more.
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Monks' Island (Munkholmen)
Prison
island, fort and former monastery - this
intriguing island in Trondheim's harbour has
had a fascinating history, which visitors
can explore within the sombre grey walls of
Munkholmen's buildings. Strangely enough,
the island is also popular as a recreational
spot, with good bathing and a restaurant
available.
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