Essentials
- City
- Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway
- Population
- Approx. 212,000
- Internet Speed
- 95 Mbps average, Fiber optics widely available
- Currency & Banking
- Norwegian Krone (NOK). 1 USD ≈ 10.60 NOK, 1 EUR ≈ 11.50 NOK
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, world-class quality
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Telenor, Telia (approx. 399 NOK for 10GB). Available at Trondheim Airport or Narvesen shops
- Banking for Expats
- SpareBank 1 SMN, DNB, Revolut (highly popular for contactless)
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Finn.no (primary local marketplace), Hybel.no
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, nearly 100%. Many businesses do not accept cash at all
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb (Avg. 1,200 NOK/night), Comfort Hotel Park
- Budget Accommodation
- Trondheim Vandrerhjem (approx. 450 NOK for dorm, 900 NOK private)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Bakklandet (Old Town) and Midtbyen (City Center)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Øya (central but quiet), Ila (trendy/artsy), and Elgeseter (near University)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- DIGS (Olav Tryggvasons gt. 30). Day pass approx. 250 NOK, Monthly approx. 3,500 NOK
- Best Cafe for Work
- Sellanraa Bok & Bar (Kongens gate 2). Excellent Wi-Fi and quiet atmosphere
- Networking Events
- Technoport events and Trondheim Tech Guide meetups
- Social Events for Expats
- New in Trondheim Facebook Group; Trondheim International Network (TIN)
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- TrønderTaxi app or Uber (limited availability)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Trondheim Bysykkel (City Bikes) - 200 NOK per season; Tier/Voi scooters
- Best Beach Nearby
- Korsvika (Lade area), 15 mins by bus from center
- Top Regional Airline
- Widerøe
- Top International Airline
- SAS, Norwegian, KLM (via Amsterdam)
- Highway Access
- E6 (North-South main artery)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Trondheim Sentralstasjon (Trondheim S)
- Public Transport Passes
- AtB App: 24-hour pass (120 NOK), 30-day pass (880 NOK)
- Regional Travel
- Vy trains (to Oslo/Bodø), Hurtigruten coastal ferry
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- St. Olavs Hospital (Universitetssykehuset i Trondheim)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Trondheim Yoga (Kjøpmannsgata 12), Zenit Yoga
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- 3T-Treningssenter (multiple locations, approx. 600 NOK/month), SIT (Student prices)
- Laundry Services
- Clean Kokos (self-service laundromat at Innherredsveien 2D)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Foodora, Wolt
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Trøndersk sodd (mutton/beef stew) or fresh Salmon from the Fjord
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Hagen (Bakklandet) - plant-based bowls and burgers
- Best Dessert Spots
- Hevd Håndverksbakeri (excellent cinnamon buns/Skolebrød)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- REMA 1000, Kiwi (budget supermarkets)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Komplett.no (electronics), Zalando.no, Finn.no
- Grocery Delivery
- Oda.no (widely used online grocery service)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Solsiden district (outdoor seating/bars along the docks)
- Local Brewery
- E.C. Dahls Bryggeri (Strandveien 71)
- Wine Bars
- Spontan Vinbar (Dronningens gate 15)
- Street Food Stalls
- Lager11 (Sluppenvegen 11) - diverse food hall stalls
- Popular International Cuisine
- Sabrura Sticks & Sushi (Nordic-fusion sushi)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Nidaros Cathedral (Nidarosdomen), Old Town Bridge (Gamle Bybro)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Rockheim (National Museum of Popular Music), Trondheim Kunstmuseum
- Historical Sites
- Kristiansten Fortress (Kristiansten Festning)
- Religious Sites
- Nidaros Cathedral (Northernmost Medieval Cathedral)
- Annual Events
- Olavsfest (July/August), Trondheim Jazz Festival (May)
- Cultural Districts
- Bakklandet (17th-century wooden houses)
- Theater Venues
- Trøndelag Teater
- Local Markets
- Trøndersk Matfestival (Food Festival in August)
- Music Scene
- Byscenen (Concert venue), Dokkhuset (Jazz/Classical)
- Street Art
- Ila district murals
- Cooking Classes
- Kulinarisk Akademi (occasional workshops at Solsiden)
- Art Galleries
- Galleri Ismene, Kunsthall Trondheim
- Historic Buildings
- Stiftsgården (Royal Residence in Trondheim)
- Local Heritage
- The Rose of Trondheim (Trondheimsrosen)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Bymarka (large forest area with trails and lakes)
- National Parks Nearby
- Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella (approx. 2.5 hours south)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Ladestien (coastal path along the Lade peninsula)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Utsikten at Bymarka or the top of Tyholt Tower (Egon restaurant)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Gaulosen nature reserve (south of the city)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Theisendammen lake (designated fire pits present)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Posten (National Post), PostNord (Pick-up points in grocery stores)
- Tech Repair Services
- Eplehuset (Apple specialist), Infocare
- Table Tennis Spots
- Trondheim Bordtennisklubb (Lade)
- Language Classes
- Folkeuniversitetet, Lingu Trondheim
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Trondheim Folkebibliotek (Main Library, Peter Egges plass)
- Community Centers
- ISAK (Cultural center for youth/young adults)
- Gaming Lounges
- Work-Work (Munkegata 58) - gaming pub and coworking space
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Not permitted in Norway (Online/State-run Norsk Tipping only)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 95,000 NOK per m² (e.g., 30 m² ≈ 2,850,000 NOK)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 65,000 NOK per m² (e.g., 30 m² ≈ 1,950,000 NOK)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 85,000 NOK per m² (e.g., 50 m² ≈ 4,250,000 NOK)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 60,000 NOK per m² (e.g., 50 m² ≈ 3,000,000 NOK)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 80,000 NOK per m² (e.g., 75 m² ≈ 6,000,000 NOK)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 55,000 NOK per m² (e.g., 75 m² ≈ 4,125,000 NOK)
- Corporate Tax
- 22%
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% standard (Treaty rates may apply)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents (Residence defined as >183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- Approx. 47.4% (including national and municipal tax + bracket tax)
- VAT
- 25% Standard, 15% Food, 12% Transport/Cinema
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, NOKUS rules apply to low-tax jurisdictions
- Property Tax
- Yes, varies by municipality (approx. 0.1% to 0.7% of market value)
- Property Transaction Tax
- 2.5% Document Stamp Duty (for freehold properties)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad tax break; high tax with high public service quality