Trondheim in 5 Days: Røros on a Budget
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5 days fits both of Trondheim’s real day trips
This keeps the 4-day core plus Stiklestad and adds a full day at Røros, the UNESCO copper-mining town that Trondheim itself doesn’t have. Two dedicated day trips this close together is a genuinely full schedule; the 6-day itinerary keeps both and adds a slower nature-and-museum day.
Day 1: Nidaros Cathedral and Midtbyen
Nidaros Cathedral, the world’s northernmost medieval cathedral, built over St. Olav’s grave, entry roughly NOK 120-150 (verify), tower climb (summer only) roughly NOK 70. The Archbishop’s Palace next door holds the crown regalia separately.
| Day 1 cost (NOK, per person, verify) | Low | Higher |
|---|---|---|
| Bed | 500 | 1200 |
| Breakfast | 100 | 200 |
| Nidaros Cathedral + tower | 120 | 220 |
| Lunch | 180 | 300 |
| Dinner | 500 | 900 |
| Day 1 total | 1400 | 2820 |
Day 2: Bakklandet and Kristiansten Fortress
Cross the Gamle Bybro (1681) into Bakklandet, free to wander, and try the Trampe bicycle lift (1993). Climb to Kristiansten Fortress for free views over the city and fjord.
| Day 2 cost (NOK, per person, verify) | Low | Higher |
|---|---|---|
| Bed | 500 | 1200 |
| Breakfast | 100 | 200 |
| Lunch | 180 | 300 |
| Dinner | 400 | 700 |
| Day 2 total | 1180 | 2400 |
Day 3: Munkholmen and Rockheim
The summer ferry from Ravnkloa to Munkholmen island (roughly NOK 95, verify) reaches a site layered with a Viking-age execution ground, a monastery, and a state prison. Rockheim, Norway’s national pop and rock museum, runs roughly NOK 130-200 (verify) in the afternoon.
| Day 3 cost (NOK, per person, verify) | Low | Higher |
|---|---|---|
| Bed | 500 | 1200 |
| Breakfast | 100 | 200 |
| Munkholmen ferry | 95 | 95 |
| Rockheim | 130 | 200 |
| Lunch | 180 | 300 |
| Dinner | 400 | 700 |
| Day 3 total | 1405 | 2695 |
Day 4: Stiklestad, the battle behind the cathedral
Stiklestad, 90km and 1.5 hours north, is where King Olav II Haraldsson died in battle on 29 July 1030 and was made a saint within a year. The Stiklestad National Cultural Centre covers the battle with dioramas and a short film, next to the 1180 Stiklestad Church. Entry runs roughly NOK 150-200 (verify); return bus or car transport roughly NOK 200-400 (verify).
| Day 4 cost (NOK, per person, verify) | Low | Higher |
|---|---|---|
| Bed | 500 | 1200 |
| Breakfast | 100 | 200 |
| Stiklestad entry | 150 | 200 |
| Transport (return) | 200 | 400 |
| Lunch | 150 | 300 |
| Dinner | 400 | 700 |
| Day 4 total | 1500 | 3000 |
Day 5: Røros, the UNESCO town Trondheim doesn’t have
Røros, about 2.5 hours southeast by the scenic Rørosbanen train or by car, is a former copper-mining town founded in 1644 and one of Europe’s best-preserved wooden towns. Tour the old Olavsgruva mine and walk the old town itself; return train fare runs roughly NOK 300-500 (verify), the mine tour roughly NOK 200-300 (verify). Book the train ahead in peak summer.
| Day 5 cost (NOK, per person, verify) | Low | Higher |
|---|---|---|
| Bed | 500 | 1200 |
| Breakfast | 100 | 200 |
| Return train to Røros | 300 | 500 |
| Olavsgruva mine tour | 200 | 300 |
| Lunch in Røros | 180 | 300 |
| Dinner | 400 | 700 |
| Day 5 total | 1680 | 3200 |
Confirm the Rørosbanen’s return departure time before you leave Trondheim that morning; Røros is far enough that missing the last train back means an unplanned overnight, not a short delay. The main Trondheim guide has the rest of the practical details.