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Harstad: Trondenes Church Guided Tour

By Explore Harstad
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CHF 25 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Step back in time:visit the northernmost medieval stone church in the world
  • Admire the church's Gothic design and learn about its important role in history
  • See old art, faint paintings, and carvings on the walls and doors of the church
  • Discover the church's role in the transition from the old Norse religion to Christianity
  • Enjoy the peaceful surroundings with snow-capped mountains in the background

Activity location

    • Harstad
    • Harstad, Troms, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Sjøgata 3, 9405 Harstad, Norge | Explore Harstad main office next to the pier in the center of town.
    • Harstad, Troms, Norway

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Harstad: Trondenes Church Guided Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Starting time: 17:00
Price details
CHF 24.71 x 1 AdultCHF 24.71
Total
Price is CHF 24.71
Until Sun, 2 Aug

Trondenes Church - Guided walk from town + return bus ticket

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

If you would like a guided walk from the centre of town, there is a beautiful path along the sea which takes you straight to the church. The walk is about 4 km. Meetup with guide at Explore Harstad office.
Bus ticket included for a return trip.

Starting time: 16:00
Price details
CHF 41.76 x 1 AdultCHF 41.76
Total
Price is CHF 41.76
Until Sun, 2 Aug
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Visit to the northernmost medieval stone church in the world
  • Inclusions
    Insight into Viking history and early Christianity in Norway
  • Inclusions
    View of ancient art and carvings inside the church
  • Exclusions
    Transport to and from the church
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

What you can expect

  • Visit Trondenes Church, the northernmost medieval stone church in the world, located on the Trondenes Peninsula in Harstad. This special church has stood for centuries, playing an important role in history.

    Built over 200 years, it was once the outermost church, marking the boundary between the old Norse religion and Christianity. Inside the church, you can see old art, faint paintings, and carvings on the walls and doors that give us a glimpse into the past.

    This is the place where Vikings changed from their old gods to Christianity—a key event in Norway's history. The church’s beautiful Gothic design makes it more than just a place of worship; it's a place where important events took place.

    Learn about the Vikings, early Christianity in Norway, and the changes that came during the Reformation. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings with snow-capped mountains in the background, and visit this important piece of Northern Norway's history.

Location

Activity location

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    • Harstad
    • Harstad, Troms, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Sjøgata 3, 9405 Harstad, Norge | Explore Harstad main office next to the pier in the center of town.
    • Harstad, Troms, Norway
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    • Trondenesveien 128, 9404 Harstad, Norge | Meetup at the parking lot in front of the church.
    • Harstad, Troms, Norway