Trondhjem Biological Station

This marine biological research facility operated by NTNU features extensive laboratory spaces including 600 square meters of wet labs and 800 square meters of standard laboratories, positioned directly on the shores of Trondheimsfjord with continuous seawater supply from 100 meters depth.

Established in 1900 as Norway's third biological station, this research facility was founded following a fisheries meeting in Kristiansund in 1891 and officially inaugurated on July 3, 1900, initially operating under the Ministry of Education with independent research capabilities.

The station historically operated a public aquarium that attracted over 10,000 visitors annually until its closure in 1978, featuring ten aquariums with sea stars, tunicates, cod, wrasse, and other marine species that served as an educational platform for schools and the general public.

Located at Bynesveien 46, approximately six kilometers from NTNU's main campuses and three kilometers from Trondheim city center, the station primarily serves research purposes with access typically granted for scientific collaborations rather than general public visits.

The station operated a fish hatchery from 1908 where millions of plaice fry were released into Trondheimsfjord over several decades under the leadership of Ole Nordgaard, contributing significantly to local fish population development and marine ecosystem enhancement.

Location: Trondheim municipality

Address: Bynesveien 46

Website: https://ntnu.edu/biology/research/tbs

GPS coordinates: 63.44140,10.34780

Latest update: July 24, 2025 10:58