Trøndelag

Trøndelag is a county in central Norway that includes coastal towns, rural communities, forested areas, and inland valleys. The administrative region connects the northern and southern parts of the country and spans from the sea to the eastern border mountains.

The region took shape as an administrative unit in the late 17th century and was later split into two separate territories that remained independent for over two centuries. A public vote eventually brought both parts back together into a single administrative body.

The region produces traditional Norwegian dishes including sodd, a meat-based soup, and karsk, a beverage combining coffee with local spirits.

Travelers reach this region through several road connections and railway lines that run north and south through the inland. The best time to visit depends on whether you prefer the bright summer months or the quieter winter season.

This region is home to special animal breeds such as Grey Troender sheep and Sided Troender cattle, adapted to the climate and terrain over centuries. Both breeds remain common on farms across the area today.

Location: Norway

Capital city: Steinkjer

Reference: 50

Part of: Trøndelag

Shares border with: Nordland, Møre og Romsdal, Jämtland County, Innlandet

Website: https://trondelagfylke.no

GPS coordinates: 63.42694,10.39306

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:13