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Stiftsgården

Getting around: Stiftsgården is on the main street in central Trondheim, an easy walk from anywhere downtown.
Hours: Open for guided tours seasonally, generally summer months only - the exterior is viewable year-round from the street.

Stiftsgården is one of the largest wooden buildings in northern Europe, an 18th-century mansion that now serves as the official royal residence in Trondheim, used by the monarch during visits to the city. Its scale is the immediate impression - a long yellow wooden facade running along the main street that's hard to miss even without going inside.

Interior guided tours run only during the summer season, so outside that window most visitors simply view the striking exterior from the street rather than touring the rooms.

Stiftsgården FAQs

What is Stiftsgården used for today?

It's the official royal residence in Trondheim, used by the Norwegian monarch during visits to the city.

Is it really one of the largest wooden buildings in Europe?

It's commonly cited as one of the largest wooden buildings in northern Europe, dating to the 18th century.

Can you go inside?

Yes, but only via guided tours during the summer season - outside that, only the exterior is viewable.

Where is it located?

On the main street in central Trondheim, easy to spot given its scale and yellow facade.

How long does a tour take?

About 45 minutes to an hour when guided interior access is available.

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