Sylan - Trondheim 2026
Practical information
The hike is divided into daily stages, and you can start your pilgrimage hike from ⌘Sylsjøen (160 km) or from *Græsli (100 km), see the stage plan below. We have chosen to arrive in Trondheim the day before the Olavsfest days start and we recommend a day of rest here before you travel back home.
The registration deadline is April 15. There is a limited number of places. The maximum number of participants is 12 and the minimum is 7 participants. When registering for the pilgrimage hike, a fee of NOK 2,000 is paid. This fee is binding and is not refundable in the event of cancellation. The remaining amount will be invoiced on May 1.
The pilgrimage includes
- guiding
- accommodation
- meals
- luggage transport
The price does not include: Cancellation insurance and travel insurance
We reserve the right to make minor changes to the itinerary and cancel the hike in the event of unforeseen events that make it difficult to complete.
Distance
| Dag | Strekning | km | Overnatting |
| 18/7 | Trondheim - Kirkvollen | 0 | Bus to Kirkvollen from Trondheim |
| 19/7 | ⌘Sylsjøen – Stugudalen | 18 | Kirkvollen, bed |
| 20/7 | Stugudalen – Kirkvollen | 23 | Kirkvollen, bed |
| 21/7 | Kirkvollen – Græsli | 15 | Spongtun samfunnshus ⁄camp bed |
| 22/7 | *Græsli – Flora | 14 | Folkvang samf.h. ⁄camp bed |
| 23/7 | Flora - Bekken | 16 | Bekken/bed/camp bed |
| 24/7 | Bekken – Selbustrand | 24 | Balstad pensjonat/bed |
| 25/7 | Selbustrand – Mostadmark | 15 | Mostadmark kapell⁄mattress |
| 26/7 | Mostadmarka – Sakskvik | 17 | Malvik kirkestue/camp bed |
| 27/7 | Saksvik – Nidaros | 21 |
How to get there?
Local bus to Kirkvollen at approximately 1pm from Trondheim and approximately 2pm from Trondheim Airport, Værnes. We pick you up at the Kirkvollen bus stop. Lunch/Dinner after arrival. We transport you to the hiking start at Sylsjøen 19/7.
Packing list
- Waterbotle
- Thermos
- Sleeping bag
- Seat cushions and sleeping pad
- Hiking/mountain boots
- Raincoat – it is wet in Trøndelag
- Mosquitoe repellent
- Blister Patch, foot cream
- Toilet paper
- Headgear
- Mittens and hat
- Swimsuit/swimming trunks
- Towel
- Daytrip sack
- Sandals or other light shoes for evening use
- Bag for what is not carried during today's walk (being transported between accommodations). Maximum 2 pieces, each of 15 kg.
Bring your daypack and hiking boots on walks in advance, so you know that your pack and shoes will fit.
Practical help – social fellowship
The organized hike is an offer of help with accommodation, meals and luggage transport along the way. Through these hikes, you also get to participate in groups where the pilgrims create an environment along the way, which is often lacking along our routes where there are fewer pilgrims than in more southern areas. Embarking on a long-distance hike together is a special challenge and an experience for both new and experienced hikers. The offer is intended to help those interested in experiencing the simple joys of pilgrimage life. You must adapt to the group community and assist each other, together with a hiking guide and some volunteer helpers. For more practical advice, see pilegrimsleden.no.
Personal responsibility
Before you sign up, we assume that you are able to complete a hike of around 20 km a day over several days. You are responsible for your own travel and accommodation until Kirkvollen on 18.07 and from the end of the hike. Furthermore, it is assumed that you have taken out your own relevant insurance; travel insurance and any other personal insurance you may need.
Is this a religious hike?
The pilgrim routs to Nidaros was established with a background in Christian pilgrimages and is therefore placed in a Christian cultural context. Today, people walk for many different reasons. You are welcome regardless of what you believe or do not believe in. You will be able to visit churches along the way and will be offered the opportunity to join a church service, but it is not mandatory to participate.
Experiences along this route
-
Natural Heritage
Skarddøra
Romboleden -
Church
Stugudal Chapel
Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
Hollow way at Knallen
Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
Tydal's first church
Romboleden -
Church
Tydal Church
Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
The coin finding in Græsli
Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
Flora Chapel
Romboleden -
Church
Selbu Church
Romboleden -
Accommodation
Granby Farm
Romboleden -
Accommodation
Balstad pensjonat
Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
St Mary's Church and St Mary's spring
Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
Saksvikkorset
St. Olavsleden, Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
Ringve museum of music
St. Olavsleden, Romboleden -
Cultural Heritage
Kristiansten fortress
St. Olavsleden, Romboleden, Gudbrandsdalsleden, Østerdalsleden -
Key Location
Nidaros Cathedral
Gudbrandsdalsleden, St. Olavsleden, Kystpilegrimsleia, Østerdalsleden, Romboleden