Stiklestad - Trondheim
- 8 days, self-guided -

OVERVIEW

The St. Olav Path, or S:t Olavsleden, is the world’s northernmost pilgrim path, stretching 580 km from Selånger in Sweden to Trondheim in Norway. The trail leads over mountains, through deep forests and along lakes, passing historic sites connected to the legacy of St. Olav. It is often called Scandinavia’s answer to the Camino de Santiago in Spain. This last stage of S:t Olavsleden follows the beautiful

Trondheim Fjord and ends at the Nidaros Cathedral, the traditional burial place of St. Olav and the spiritual goal of the pilgrimage. There are two route options: the Inner Route – crosses the Norwegian marka (forest and wilderness areas between villages). More traditional, slightly longer and tougher. The Outer Route – follows the scenic coastline of the Frosta peninsula. Shorter and easier, ending with a boat or bus trip to Trondheim.

01. Travel day – Overnight in Stiklestad

Stiklestad is the historic site where Olav Haraldsson fell in battle on July 29, 1030. Today it features an open-air museum, a pilgrim center and a church said to contain the stone on which Olav laid his head as he died – according to legend.

02. Stiklestad – Munkeby (ca. 22 km)

To Munkeby pilgrim cabin near medieval monastery ruins – and monastery cheese!

ALTERNATIVE 1: INNER ROUTE

03. Munkeby – Markabygda (ca. 22 km)

Mixed terrain on forest tracks and wetlands along Lake Tomsvattnet, with wide mountain views.

04. Markabygda – Borås (ca. 25 km)

Dirt roads through quiet marka countryside, passing Lake Ausetvatnet to a farm hostel in Borås.

05. Borås – Ersgard (ca. 21 km)

Via Vollhaugen to historic Stjørdal and its church. Overnight at scenic Ersgard farm with river swimming.

06. Ersgard – Hommelvik (ca. 14 km)

Easy coastal stage on mostly asphalt via Lånke Church and the village of Hell, then along the Malvik Trail to Hommelvik.

07. Hommelvik – Trondheim (ca. 24 km)

Follow the fjord via Vikhammer, Ranheim Church and the Ladestien coastal path to Nidaros Cathedral – your journey’s end point.

08. Travel day

Extra nights in Trondheim are optional.

ALTERNATIVE 2: OUTER ROUTE

03. Munkeby – Laberget (ca. 21 km)

Walk via Levanger and its arboretum to the Trondheim fjord.

04. Laberget – Hellberg (ca. 25 km)

Tough day on asphalt past Falstadsenteret and Ekne Church to the fertile Frosta peninsula.

05. Hellberg – Tautra (ca. 23 km)

Beautiful route with constant sea views, ending by crossing the bridge to Tautra and its monastery ruins.

06. Tautra – Trondheim (boat/train + ca. 2 km)

Boat or bus to Trondheim. Short walk to Nidaros Cathedral.

07. Travel day

Extra nights in Trondheim are optional.

Most meals are included, but this depends on the accommodation chosen at each location. We are happy to walk through the itinerary with you so you know exactly which meals are included where. Gluten-free or vegetarian meals are possible (may cost extra). Vegan meals are available in most places, but might be challenging for some accommodations - but we can help with menu options. If meals are not available, either a restaurant is nearby or a kitchen is available for self-catering.

Summary

Self-guided hike along the St. Olav Path, from Stiklestad to Trondheim (Norway)
Available from May to October
7 days or 9 days, of which you walk 5 or 7, with an average of 22 kilometers per day.
Inner route: € 995 (one person, single room)
Outer route: € 970 (one person, single room)
Inner Route: € 1,590 (two persons, double room)
Outer Route: € 1,550 (two persons, double room)