Nidaros and Saint Olav

1030-2010

The important Shrine

Nidaros was the greatest pilgrimage destination in Northern Europe in the Middle Ages. Join in this great story along the pilgrim paths.

We welcome all pilgrims to Olavsfestdagene (St Olav Festival).

Pilgrim Ways to Trondheim/Nidaros

Oslo Gjøvik/Hamar Nidaros

Gudbrandsdalsleden

The main way from Oslo over Hadeland, through Gudbrandsdal valley and Dovre mountain towards Nidaros.
Oslo Hamar

Romeriksleden

The eastern way out of Oslo, a public and pilgrim road used by people for a millenium
Trysil Tynset Nidaros

Østerdalsleden

A pilgrim's path with traces to Väneren, probably Sta Birgitta of Vadstena walked to Nidaros along this way.
Skarddøra Nidaros

Romboleden

For centuries "The great Rombo Way" was an old road over Kjølen trafficated by pilgrims and merchants.
Skalstugan Nidaros

St. Olavsleden

The stretch from Selånger to Stiklestad became the last journey of Olav Haraldson before the battle of Stiklestad in 1030.
Gløshaugen Stiklestad

Nordleden

The pilgrim path furthest north starts at Gløshaug church in Grong. It passes Megard parish before Stiklestad.

Other pilgrim ways

Kinn Selja

Sunnivaleia

The Sunniva route connects Kinn and Selja as a part of the coastal route to Nidaros. Roads and  ferries can be used today.
Seljord Røldal

Røldalsvegen

The walk along the Røldal road ends at the pilgrim gathering in Røldal which is set to occur on Gamaljonsok.
The Pilgrim Way to Filefjell

Valdresvegen

The St. Thomas church on File Mountain was one of the most important pilgrim shrines of the Middle Ages.

Welcome to the Route of Saint Olav Ways

Hiking along the Saint Olav Ways lets you discover Norway's rich religious and cultural heritage as well as the spectacular landscape. The different routes lead you through rural landscapes, woods and mountains. Plan your own short or long walk, try one of our suggestions or participate in an organised pilgrimage. It will be the experience of a lifetime!

The walking planner

Use your mouse cursor and choose a way on the map. The St. Olav Ways are red. Check off for "Other routes" (green). With the the Walking Planner you will find answers on many questions about the different ways. Under All walks you will find Group walks and suggested walks by your own on the St. Olav ways.


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