This page gives an English overview of marked hiking routes in the former Leksvik municipality. The routes cover forest roads, shore paths, marshland, viewpoints, old summer farm tracks and longer mountain walks around Hindrum, Leksvik, Vanvikan and the surrounding fjord landscape.
The original route booklet is in Norwegian and remains the source for local maps, place names, access points and route markings. This English overview is a practical guide to help you choose a walk before opening the original PDF.
For walks closest to Hindrum Fjordsenter, start with Fairytale Trail (Eventyrstien), a short and calm introduction to the local forest landscape. The Borgen walk is a longer 8 km round trip to Borgåsen, a place linked to a local legend of an old fortress. The route passes Trøndelag farms, woodland, fjord viewpoints and historical traces in the landscape.
For a longer and more demanding walk through forest and higher terrain, Hindrumsetra can be a natural next choice. Check weather, ground conditions and your own fitness before setting out.
Check distance, access point, terrain and weather before starting. Several routes cross forest, marshland, farm roads, old summer farm tracks and exposed viewpoints. Wear suitable footwear, follow local signs and markings, close gates where there are grazing animals, respect fire restrictions and take your litter home.
Route colours in the original booklet may refer to local route marking and not always to difficulty. Read the full route description before choosing a walk, especially for longer routes or routes crossing marshland and higher terrain.
Circular route via Svartfjelltangen and Kambukta. Part of the path follows the old school route used by children from Kammen on their way toward Tronvik school. From Svartfjelltangen the route returns along the shore toward Kambukta and back to the start. Some simple scrambling occurs in places.
View original map and notesRoute from the top down to the shore, following a striking old road built by hand with crowbar and sledgehammer. The road and path are normally dry and clear, but sturdy footwear is recommended.
View original map and notesShort walk to a small top east of Kammen farm. The terrain drops steeply below the viewpoint, giving open views toward the south and west. The oldest settlement at Kammen was placed north of Kampynten, hidden from raiders coming along the fjord. Easy access from the parking area.
View original map and notesCircular route starting by the gate at Tømmerbakken. Follow the road to the powerline, then turn east toward the top. The route continues down to the cabin area by Langen and returns along the cabin road to the starting point.
View original map and notesLonger circular route from Langsmyrbakken. The path turns left past Myrengseter and continues toward the western end of Langen, before passing around Indre Svellestjern and climbing through Grinnadalen to Gavellangsheia. From the top, the route descends to Bjørvikdalen and follows the forest road back toward Langen and the start.
View original map and notesReturn route reached by forest road toward Ramdalsvatnet. The walk follows forest road and path from the south until it meets the forest road from the north. From there, turn right up the hillside and continue along Storheia. Between Kilastamnan and the summit the route follows a clear, well-worn path through mixed marsh and forest terrain.
View original map and notesEasy walk along the lit ski-trail route from Myrmo. The route can be made into a small circular walk by continuing around the tarn. Suitable in both winter and summer.
View original map and notesCircular route starting on the lit trail toward the shelter. The route turns west and follows paths and roads to the top of Vålåsen. After the summit, it continues south-east back toward Myrmo.
View original map and notesLonger return route starting along the lit trail toward the shelter, before turning north toward Ramdalsvatnet. From there, the route continues along old summer farm roads and paths to the summit. A gradual but fairly long walk, with wide views from the top.
View original map and notesShort walk straight across the road from the parking area and up the path to Våttåhaugen. At the top, 332 metres above sea level, there is a shelter, fireplace and open view. The path is adapted for wheelchair users. The name is linked to an old word for beacon, once used for warning signals.
View original map and notesLonger option from Våttåhaugen, following the path south-east and down from the top. The trail meets Roliveien about 300 metres below the parking area. This variation is not suitable for wheelchair users.
View original map and notesCircular route from above Brandåssaga, following road and path to Høgsvetoppen with a rest area and visitor book. The marked trail continues north on the east side of Langdalen to an old charcoal-burning site with information about traditional charcoal production. The route then continues toward Lyng, joins Myrmoveien, follows it south-west to Landsem, and returns by Roliveien. The route can be walked both ways and takes about 1.5 hours at normal pace.
View original map and notesShorter circular option near Høgsvetoppen. About 0.3 km north of the top, turn right and follow the marked path over Bremeraunåsen. The route is marked with short posts and returns to the Høgsvetoppen path about 200 metres south of the summit, before continuing back to the parking area.
View original map and notesSeveral marked routes start from Leksvik ski stadium. The shortest option follows the forest road to Haugsbakksetran and back, about 5 km return. Longer options continue via Rosvoldsetran, Svalbakkheia, Søråsen and Rønningen, or almost to Stor-Juvatnet before returning by Svalbakkheia. The longest marked circuit is about 12.5 km, with good views from Svalbakkheia toward Trondheimsfjorden.
View original map and notesCircular route from the eastern end of Bjørsjøen. Follow the forest road up the hills and continue across marshland past Klokkartjønna and Kaspertjønna before climbing Hårrågjeilin to Korpheiklumpen. The return continues south-east past Klovatnet and over Korphei-setertofta, then joins the powerline route down toward Bjørsjølia and the road back to the parking area. Relatively demanding, with good views from the top.
View original map and notesMarked route from Litj-Juvatnet, reached from FV87 by turning off at Kulia. The first part follows a clear path through the forest. Higher up, the terrain opens into easier mountain ground toward Storhåmmårn and Budeiklumpen.
View original map and notesCircular route from Fellessetran to Årliklumpen, along Kvennbølsheia to Akslapynten and Dursheia, then down to Aunbuvatnet and back to Fellessetran. The stretch between Årliklumpen and Dursheia has especially good views. The full round has some marsh, but is mostly light and dry. There is a well-prepared path from Fellessetran to Aunbua, and visitor books at Årliklumpen, Akslapynten / Dursheia and inside the open Aunbua cabin.
View original map and notesRoute with access from Gjøråsvika or Hestdalen, with information boards at both parking areas. There is a visitor book at the top of Himmelriket. Be aware that Bjønnåa can be difficult to cross during high water. The booklet also recommends an unmarked detour to the top of the Bjønnåa waterfall.
View original map and notesMedium-demanding return route to the thulite quarry, starting and ending at Hestdalen power station beside FV755, between Leksvik and Vanvikan. The first 3 km follow a forest road before the route continues through easier marsh terrain to the thulite deposit. Thulite is Norway’s national stone, a red-pink variety of the mineral zoisite coloured by naturally occurring manganese. Visitor book at Olsbu and information board at the parking area.
View original map and notesCircular route from Revelltun to Kjerringklumpen, Leksvik’s highest mountain top at about 601 metres above sea level. The 3–4 hour route starts on a forest road, crosses Hindremselva at Skala and follows a path up to Pessarheia. It then crosses Helvetesskardet before climbing to Kjerringklumpen. Return is via Tovardan and down Skala, with an alternative descent toward Hindrum Fjordsenter.
View original map and notesOne-way route starting at Hindrum Fjordsenter. The route follows the old summer farm road by Sjåberget and continues along Kjerringklumpheia, with broad views on the way up. Return options include Tovardan and down Skala, or the shortest route toward Revelltun.
View original map and notesCircular route from Revelltun and a shorter alternative to Kjerringklumpen. Follow the forest road toward the hillside, then turn west and climb Heistigan. Nosa offers a good viewpoint and rest area. The marked route continues through old pine forest, up to open mountain terrain and on to Brattliklumpen at 486 metres above sea level. Return via Hallvardstjøna and Skala. Estimated walking time is 2–3 hours.
View original map and notesHistoric mountain route between Rian and Revelltun, walkable in either direction. The 11 km route takes about 3–4 hours one way. It follows the old church route used by people from Storvatnet and Rian when they crossed the mountain to the church at Hindrem. The old stave church at Hindrem stood from 1653 to 1895 and was rebuilt and consecrated there in 2012.
View original map and notesLong mountain route from Revelltun, 107 metres above sea level, to Munken at 519 metres. The route climbs fairly steeply up Skara, reaches the open hill terrain and continues west toward Munken. It passes several mountain lakes, with good places for rest stops, fishing and berry picking. From Munken there are wide views over Trondheimsfjorden, Trondheim and the surrounding mountains. Return can follow the same route, descend toward FV755 by the Munkstigen parking area, continue west over the mountain to Vanvikan, or go by Mevatnet and follow the road down to Seter.
View original map and notesRoute starting by FV755, just east of Lindgjerdet, about 4 km from Vanvikan. Follow the tractor road most of the way up the hillside. Where the road ends, continue from the remains of Aksnessetran on an old marked path to Aksnesdammen and Studenthytta. The final stretch to Aksnesklumpen is easier. This is Vanvikan’s highest top at 546 metres above sea level. The full return is about 11 km without detours and is best suited as a day hike. A recommended detour leads to the remains of Steinhytta, used as a hiding place by resistance fighter Kåre Nøstvold during the Second World War.
View original map and notesSeveral marked route options start from Skavelmyra. The map shows routes toward Ramdalen, Ramdalsdammen, Storsve, Storhaugen, Hemmerdalsheia, Skaret and Kvennsjødalen. Distances vary from shorter local walks of about 3 km to longer routes of around 12.5 km. Use the colour marking and local signs at the start to choose the correct route.
View original map and notesCircular route from Breilia to Magnhildheia. Turn right up the forest road, cross Stormyra and continue on path and forest road. The terrain between Breilikammen and Magnhildheia is relatively light, with wide views from the top of Magnhildheia. The return via Setervatnet and Kalvdalen includes marsh terrain and forest road. A shorter marked detour to the Breilikammen viewpoint gives views over Storvatnet and is about 7 km return.
View original map and notesCircular route beginning with about 2.5 km on good forest road. Where the forest road ends, follow the marking to the right across the marsh and then up the hillside. There are open views from the top. The round continues along the path west of Hindrumssetran and passes close by Trånåheisetra before returning. Estimated walking time is 3–5 hours.
View original map and notesShorter route following the forest road to Trånåheisetra, which lies at the end of the road. This is a simpler alternative to the full Trånåheia round and is suitable for cycling and prams. The full return distance is about 6 km.
View original map and notesEasy walk from the marked parking area at Gravåsen, reached from FV715 by Kråkmo. The route is 1.5 km one way to the municipality’s only shelter with a winter-cleared path all the way in. Suitable for families, older visitors and people with reduced mobility. The shelter also has an outdoor toilet.
View original map and notesEasy circular walk at Fossan, located between Leksvik ski stadium and Aune along FV86. Parking is available by the main road or by the barn at Fossan. The route follows forest road, farm road and field edge. At Åkerlia there is a bench and a good view from the top.
View original map and notesFor shorter walks and local routes starting closer to Hindrum Fjordsenter, return to the main hiking page for forest, countryside and nearby fjord-area walks.