FAQ

What to do in Trondheim?
Trondheim offers fjord cruises on the Trondheimsfjord, guided walking tours through the historic city center, visits to Nidaros Cathedral and Bakklandet, hiking in Bymarka, fishing trips, and boat tours to Munkholmen. Trondheim by Boat & Foot provides small-group boat tours, city walks, and guided hikes that combine history, nature, and local storytelling year-round.

What types of tours does Trondheim by Boat and by Foot offer?
Trondheim by Boat & Foot offers fjord cruises, sightseeing boat tours on the Trondheimsfjord and Nidelva River, fishing trips, private boat charters, guided city walks, pilgrimage tours, and hikes in Bymarka. Experiences are available year-round for individuals, families, cruise guests, and private groups.

Where is the meeting point for Trondheim by Boat and by Foot's guided tours?
Boat tours typically depart from central Trondheim harbor, including Brattørbassenget or Fosenkaia depending on conditions. Walking tours meet in central Trondheim near major landmarks. Guests receive exact meeting details in their booking confirmation.

How can I book a private boat tour with Trondheim by Boat and by Foot?
Private boat tours can be booked directly through the Trondheim by Boat & Foot website or by contacting the company for custom arrangements. Private charters are available for families, corporate groups, cruise guests, and special occasions. use one of the contact schemes or mail request directly bu using this adress info@trondheimbyboat.com

Does Trondheim by Boat and by Foot offer winter activities like snowshoeing or dog sledding?
Yes, Trondheim by Boat & Foot operates year-round. Winter experiences include fjord sightseeing cruises, winter city walks, snowshoe hikes in Bymarka, and seasonal outdoor activities. Dog sledding experiences may be arranged as part of customized packages.

What are some unique ways to explore Trondheim's history and nature?
Unique ways to explore Trondheim include combining a fjord cruise with a historical walking tour, hiking in Bymarka with a local guide, visiting Munkholmen by boat, or following parts of the St. Olav pilgrimage route. Small-group experiences offer deeper insight into Trondheim’s 1,000-year history and coastal culture.

What are the best winter activities for tourists visiting Trondheim?
The best winter activities in Trondheim include river cruises in Arctic light, guided winter city walks, snowshoe hiking and dogsledding in Bymarka, fishing trips, and exploring Nidaros Cathedral and Bakklandet. Guided experiences allow visitors to safely enjoy Norwegian winter culture close to the city center.

Are there any companies in Trondheim offering both boat and walking tours?
Yes, Trondheim by Boat & Foot offers both guided boat tours on the fjord and Nidelva River as well as historical city walks and nature hikes. This allows visitors to experience Trondheim from the water, the streets, and the surrounding forests with one local provider.

Where can I find guided boat tours along the Nidelva River in Trondheim?
Guided boat tours along the Nidelva River are available with Trondheim by Boat & Foot. Tours explore the historic riverfront, old warehouses, and city harbor while sharing stories of Trondheim’s maritime and medieval past.

Can you recommend a local travel company in Trondheim that provides sustainable and authentic experiences?
Trondheim by Boat & Foot is a locally owned company offering small-group boat tours, walking tours, and nature experiences focused on storytelling, sustainability, and authentic Norwegian culture. Tours operate year-round and emphasize low-impact travel and local knowledge.

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HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY

What is our health & safety policy?

We follow all applying laws as enacted by the Norwegian Maritime authorities (Sjøfartsdirektoratet). Safety equipment, digital safety management systems and life vests are available onboard in all sizes and all our skippers & guides have received the necessary safety training.

MARITIME SAFETY

We wish to make our tours as inclusive as possible because we sincerely believe that everyone deserves to experience the beautiful nature of the fjord and share the joy of boating together! Given that our 12-passenger boats have their structural limitations (they do not have a wheelchair ramp or lift), we try to ensure your accommodation through building a team of compassionate and solution-oriented skippers and guides who are always happy to help.

Please mind that there are 2  steps to climb when boarding our boats. After this you may find a comfortable seat from which you can enjoy Trondheim without having to walk much. In the boarding process the skipper/guide may assist you (we have Viking muscle power, patience and joy to share) and any equipment (e.g. lightweight travel wheelchair, walking cane etc.) can be stored for you onboard nearby. If you have a support pet that you feel comfortable with taking on board a boat, do feel free to bring it along :) Please note: We do not have life vests for animals and cannot take responsibility for non-human passengers.

Gladly get in touch and let us know what we can do to accommodate you (if possible, a little in advance so that we have time to find a good solution) - and we will try our very best - everyone welcome aboard!

SPECIAL NEEDS GUESTS

All children under the age of 16 years are required to wear a life jacket at all times for their safety. Should you be bringing more than 2 children under the age of 10 to the tour or perhaps be booking on behalf of a kindergarden / school please let us know so that we may adjust our safety procedures and life vest sizes accordingly to accommodate you as best possible. We have specialized life vests for babies from 5kg and upwards on board.

CHILDREN

If you or any of the participants in the tour you are booking have any allergies that are relevant for us to know (especially if you are booking a combined boat tour + culinary experience), please let us know as soon as possible so that we can make adjustments and inform any restaurant partners involved. Notifications can be sent to: info@trondheimbyboat.com

ALLERGIES OR DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

For customers who have booked any of the tours combined with food experience at our colab restaurants you will be asked for diatary reqierments in booking session

RECOMMENDATIONS

We always recommend having travel insurance.

WEATHER

We sail all year round as long as the weather conditions are safe. We always recommend dressing according to the given weather conditions as this is an outdoor experience in open traditional boats. However, we also have delicious hot beverages, cozy blankets and rain ponchos onboard should the need arise.

In case of extreme weather conditions we reserve the captains right to postpone/cancel the tour - your safety and comfort is always our first priority!

P.S.: We gladly offer the possibility to reschedule your boat tour (or the boat tour part of a combined experience) up to 2 days ahead of departure (given availability at the new time of choice). Thus you can follow the forecast in advance on yr.no.

Weather forecast yr.no

Some notes about weather

We would like to ensure you that regardless of the weather it’ll be a special experience, and the forecast may not necessarily be what will meet us out there…

The Trondheimsfjord is full of surprises - we once headed out for our sunset tour under a grey sky with pouring rain… and just before the sun set we were bathed in the most spectacular sky full of mesmerizing red color nuances. And believe it or not, a few years ago it snowed in May! Luckily we had brought our cozy woolen blankets so everyone stayed warm and comfortable.

Sunscreen and sunglasses are very much recommended most of the year and in summer we tend to head out in a t-shirt, happy for a fresh breeze to cool us down. And sailing through the darkness brings a whole new perspective of the stars and northern lights…

Fishing is usually best on rainy mornings, and there is nothing quite like gliding through calm, misty waters a little before noon on a sunny day in January.

Connect with the true nature of northern Scandinavia, together with our most experienced sailors who know to navigate the fjord year round.