Fosen – places and experiences near Trondheim

Map and guide to villages, activities and fjord experiences on the Fosen peninsula in central Norway

Fosen, shaped by fjord and time

Fosen is a varied peninsula north of the Trondheim Fjord in central Norway – with fjords, coastal landscapes, forests and villages shaped by life beside the water for centuries. Here you can find quiet viewpoints, hiking routes, sea fishing, cycling routes and short day trips. This overview is a practical place to start: it shows where you can travel next, and each destination has its own guide with more about local experiences, sights and useful visitor information.

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Where would you like to go next?

Each village and small town on the Fosen peninsula has its own history, landscape and local experiences. Choose an area below to read more about sights, culture, activities and practical information in the Fosen guide.

Hindrem

Historic fjord village by the Trondheim Fjord with burial mounds, a stave church, nature experiences, sea fishing and activities throughout the year.

Cultural heritage and local history
Hiking routes and fjord life
Accommodation and activities

Popular experiences:
Hindrem Stave Church • The burial mounds at Amborneset • Munkstigen Via Ferrata

Explore Hindrem

Leksvik

Small town by the Trondheim Fjord with local culture, fine nature and strong traditions in farming, craft and industry.

Cultural history and traditions
Fjord landscape and walking routes
Guest harbour and activities

Popular experiences:
Grande Landhandel • Ner-Killingberg • Våttån

Explore Leksvik

Vanvikan

Coastal town and important connection point between Fosen and Trondheim, with fjord views, walking routes and active local industry.

Fjord life and views
Walking opportunities
Express boat to Trondheim

Popular experiences:
Aksnesklumpen • Express boat to Trondheim • Atelier Florida

Explore Vanvikan

Rissa

Historic town known for Reins Monastery, cultural landscape, nature and its central role on the Fosen peninsula.

Reins Monastery and history
Nature and walking routes
Shops and local culture

Popular experiences:
Reins Monastery • The Rissa landslide • Rein Church

Explore Rissa

Stadsbygd

Coastal village with strong maritime culture, historical sites, the Museum of Coastal Heritage and scenic surroundings by the Trondheim Fjord.

Coastal culture and history
Museums and rock carvings
Outdoor life and walking routes

Popular experiences:
Museum of Coastal Heritage • Rock carvings at Stykket • Burial mounds at Rein

Explore Stadsbygd

Hasselvika

Coastal village known for Hysnes Fort, views toward Agdenes and Ørland, open nature and clear traces of coastal history.

Hysnes Fort
Coastal landscape
Walking routes and nature

Popular experiences:
Hysnes Fort • Nebbesheia • Express boat connection

Explore Hasselvika

Selnes and Fevåg

Two villages by Stjørnfjorden with coastal culture, industrial history, farm landscapes and quiet nature experiences.

Coastal culture and history
Fjord life and fishing
Walking opportunities

Popular experiences:
Baksteinneset • Brettingsfjellet • Solbakken Gård

Explore Selnes and Fevåg

Råkvåg

One of the most distinctive coastal villages on the Fosen peninsula, with historic piers, living coastal culture and fine surroundings by Stjørnfjorden.

Historic pier environment
Fjord life and boating
Nature experiences

Popular experiences:
The pier row • Bryggeutstillinga • Sørfjorden Eye Iglo

Explore Råkvåg

Explore Fosen by interest

Do you prefer to plan by activity instead of place? Explore Fosen through sea fishing, hiking routes, culture, local food or via ferrata climbing. These theme pages bring together experiences from the region around the Trondheim Fjord.

Fishing adventures

Plan sea fishing in the Trondheim Fjord with information about fish species, seasons, boat rental and local fishing opportunities.

Popular fish species:
Cod • Halibut • Saithe • Pollack

Explore fishing adventures

Hiking and nature

Explore marked trails, forest, hills and viewpoints – from short family walks to longer day hikes around the Trondheim Fjord.

Popular walks and trails:
The Adventure Trail • Borgen • Hindrumsetra • Kjerringklumpen

Explore hiking and nature

Culture, food and places

Discover burial mounds, stave churches, rock carvings, farm food, museums and historic places across Fosen and the Trondheim Fjord.

Popular places and themes:
Farm dairy • Stave church • Mevassetra • Burial mounds

Explore culture, food and places

Munkstigen Via Ferrata

Norway’s oldest via ferrata in exposed fjord terrain, with guided progression and views across the Trondheim Fjord.

Practical facts:
950 metres • 520 m.a.s.l. • 3–5 hours • Safety equipment

Explore Munkstigen

Ready to explore Fosen?

Hindrum Fjordsenter is centrally placed between several of the places in this guide and is a practical base for day trips around the Trondheim Fjord. From here, you have short distances to cultural sites, fjord experiences, walking routes and small coastal villages across the Fosen peninsula.

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