Trondheim

 



After a day in Røros we hopped the train again to visit the city of Trondheim 

Trondheim (Norwegian pronunciation: [tronhæim]), historically also known through the years as  Kaupangen, Nidaros and Trondhjem, is a city and municipality in Sør-Trøndelag county, Norway. It has a population of about 190,000 and is the third most populous municipality in Norway, although the fourth largest urban area. The settlement was founded in 997 as a trading post, and it served as the capital of Norway during the Viking Age until 1217. From 1152 to 1537, the city was the seat of the Catholic Archdiocese of Nidaros; since then, it has remained the seat of the Lutheran Diocese of Nidaros and the Nidaros Cathedral.  Nidaros Domkirke located in the city of Trondheim was built over the burial site of Saint Olav, the king of Norway in the 11th century, who became the patron saint of the nation. It is the traditional location for the coronation of the King of Norway. It was built from 1070 to 1300, and designated as the cathedral for the Diocese of Nidaros in 1152. After the Protestant Reformation, it was taken from the Roman Catholics by the Lutheran Church in 1537. It is the northernmost medieval cathedral in the world. It has two organs inside.  One of our missionaries recently received permission to play the organ which is rare to have such an invitation.  There was a big write up in the LIahona on this experience.

arrived at our Hotel late Saturday evening to Trondheim after an exciting day in Røros.  Norwegian Hotels are not like in America but this one was the best so far of those we have stayed in while in Norway.

patrons can warm themselves on cold evenings in the lobby by heated open fire places

Trondheim Christmas market at night

view across the nidra river.  The tower in the background is the Tyholt Tårn where we ate lunch on Monday.

  

Spent Sunday morning at the church in Trondheim.

brought back some old memories as this church was one of 3 in the country when I first served in Norway.

Sunday evening was spent attending the ward Christmas concert.  Lots of talent from a small ward We were treated to many musical numbers, by young and old and also Norwegian folk Christmas stories and readings. 

They usually only get 30-40 at church but had over 100 at the concert this night.   Had about 30 different performances by individuals mixed with some congregational singing.

very enjoyable, spiritual evening that really brought the meaning of Christmas and the Savior into our hearts.

Monday morning was spent touring Nidaros Domkirke (cathedral) (amazing place) and the Trondheim Christmas market

sculptures on the outside of the cathedral are really unique and quite detailed

Lots of gargoyles on the outside also - you can see the viking and Christian influences combined together as the church underwent construction and restoration periods

They do not allow any pictures on the inside but we have a brochure they gave us when we purchased our tour tickets that will give you a feel and it really isn't as light inside as you see in these pictures, more dark and medieval looking.

crown jewels

pipes for one of two organs

one gets a better idea of the true lighting inside the cathedral from this picture

It was off to the Christmas Fair later that morning

Kransekaker - Norwegian holiay dessert usually served during the holidays or weddings

tent on the square where you could find good food and warmth

Old Trondheim bridge - famous landmark

Trondheim waterfront

view of city from Tuholt Tårn where we ate lunch - the tower restaurant turns so you get a 360 degree view of the city while eating

Tyholt Tårn

looking down the street from Nidaros to the torv

horse drawn wagons and sles are popular at this time of year

nativity at the Christmas market

 statue of Olav Tyrggvason in center of Torv

another view from the tower at lunch

some of the decor inside the tower restaurant

Close up of Olav