Walking guide for the pilgrim’s way to Nidaros in Norway. A beautiful walk for the pilgrims seeking peace and quiet in the rugged nature and the lush cultural landscape of Norway.
Valldalsleden follows the footsteps of the Christian Viking king Olav II, who fled from his enemies in 1028. After his death in 1030 he was buried in Trondheim and soon canonized to sainthood. The Nidaros Cathedral was built on his grave.
When you embark on the 384 km long pilgrimage, you hike from the fjords over the mountains of Reinheimen, through the Roms Valey, to the foothills of Dovrefjell. After 150 km, Valldalsleden ends in Fokstugu. You continue on Gudbandsdalsleden, the ancient pilgrim route to Trondheim. You cross the spectacular Dovre plateau, walk through the forests and fields of Trondelag, and finish in front of the Nidaros Cathedral.
