Trondheim is the third largest city in Norway, located on the
Trondheimsfjord on the Norwegian Sea in the center of the country.
Often credited as one of Norway’s most beautiful cities, Trondheim
is more than one thousand years old and continues to be an
important center for museums and traditional Scandinavian
architecture. The River Nidelva flows through Trondheim, crossed by
numerous elegant bridges.
Two important sights to visit in Trondheim are Nidaros
Cathedral, founded in 1070, and Kristiansten Fortress, located just
east of the city. The aged cathedral was completely restored as of
2001 and contains a pair of impressive organs. Tourists typically
visit Nidaros Cathedral via the old pilgrimage route. Located on a
nearby hilltop, Kristiansten Fortress successfully repelled
invasions from neighboring Sweden in the late Renaissance period.
Since 1997, the fortress has been a museum and tourist
destination.
Trondheim is an accessible and picturesque city with a rich
history and diverse cultural attractions located on a sheltered
fjord.