TRONDHEIM

NORWAY

Welcome to Trondheim - in the heart of Norway

The Sagas tell us how King Olav Tryggvason of Viking fame founded the city by the mouth of Nidar river in 997. Trondheim holds a special place in Norwegian history and culture. It was the first capital of Norway, and is still the city where monarchs receive their ceremonial coronation blessing in Nidaros cathedral.

Situated by the Trondheim fjord, it is surrounded by lovely forested hills and the river winds its way through the town. It has been and remains a popular pilgrimage site and ecclesiastical centre, as well as a regional capital and centre for commerce and administration. Among many cultural features are a professional theatre and symphony orchestra and a rich church music tradition.

Trondheim's organ history dates back to the Middle Ages. A document from 1319 gives credence to an early organ culture . In the cathedral, the baroque organ from 1741 has received international reputation as an ideal “Bach” organ, and the large romantic Steinmeyer organ will undoubtedly regain international fame after its restoration.  The instruments in the Church of our Lady and Ilen Church are also of interest far beyond Trondheim city.

Today Trondheim is a modern city, a centre of knowledge with a highly respected university, many popular colleges and a research community ranking among the best in Europe. You will find a wide variety of cultural and recreational activities in Trondheim and work and education options abound. Here you can experience both the charm and intimacy of the small town and the plethora of choices of big-city life.

Rita Ottervik
Mayor of Trondheim