Austrått, Manor house in Trøndelag, Norway
Austrått is a manor house in Trøndelag with buildings constructed over 600 years. The estate includes a chapel from the 12th century and several structures reflecting different periods of construction.
In the 16th century, this manor came under the control of a powerful owner who held vast territories across Norway. The period saw armed conflicts over control of the property and its lands.
The name comes from the family that settled here in medieval times. Today, the place remains tied to its past through the buildings and landscape that visitors see around them.
The grounds offer different ways to explore such as hiking and cycling. In May visitors can see young lambs and benefit from accessible pathways throughout the area.
A vanishing forest landscape around the property shelters a remarkable range of bird species. The area is now protected as a natural reserve that welcomes visitors into this environment.
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