Namsos

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Namsos

Salmon fishing, Trønder rock and a water park in the mountains surrounded by grand scenery are among the attractions of Namsos.

Surrounded by magnificent mountains along the Nord-Trøndelag coast, Namsos can be found at the heart of Namsenfjorden. Keen anglers may be tempted to visit the Namsen River, which runs through several municipalities and is a popular spot for salmon fishers. Fishermen travel here from all of Europe. When visiting Namsos, you should also visit the mountains in the area, such as Bjørumsklumpen, or Klompen, situated 374 feet above sea level and a popular destination with superb views across Namsfjorden.

Make sure to add Oasen svømme- og miljøsenter waterpark to the programme when planning your visit, especially if you are travelling with your family. The facility has been developed inside a cavern situated inside the mountain and is the largest of its kind in Northern Europe. If you are interested in art, you may wish to visit the gallery at Namsos Kulturhus, or head out of the centre to visit the district museum, Namdalsmuseet, with its old buildings, objects and a Sami department.

Historically, the timber industry has been crucial to Namsos and a museum, Norsk Sagbrukmuseum, was established in 1991 in one of the old timber mills. It is a part of the Museet Midt museum, which has several departments.

If you love music, rock in particular, you will find a holiday in Namsos will be the right choice for you. The national resource centre Rock City trains people in the music scene and also acts as a centre for Trønder rock. Here you will be taken through an exciting musical history lesson.

Flying to Namsos allows you a great choice of routes if travelling from the UK via Trondheim Airport, Værnes. From here you can travel to many other places in Norway and Europe. You could also take the train and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Nordland Line.

Namsos has something for everyone. If you are a hardcore rock fan, interested in history or prefer to enjoy nature with a fishing rod in your hand, you will have found the right place.

Scandic Rock City
Scandic Rock City
3.5 out of 5
Sverres gate 35, Namsos
The price is S$179 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$179
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Namsos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rock City and Namdal Museum are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (960 reviews)
Wonderful
"Great location, lots of free parking, helpful staff, best view, clean room, and very quiet. Delicious breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 24 May, 2025

Scandic Rock City
Namsen Hotell
Namsen Hotell
2 out of 5
2 Navarvegen, Namsos, Trøndelag
The price is S$121 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
S$121
27 Jun - 28 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Namsos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Namdalsmuseet and Norsk Sagbruksmuseum are located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (47 reviews)
"I like the reception answers everything u ask and clean place i like namsen hotel 🏨 😌"

Reviewed on 18 May, 2024

Namsen Hotell
Segelsund Gjestehus
Segelsund Gjestehus
2 out of 5
64 Holvikvegen, Namsos, Trøndelag
The price is S$159 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
S$159
11 Jun - 12 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Namsos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attraction Hov is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Kjempefint opphold.
"Rent og meget god standard. Veldig lett å forholde seg til eierene, som også gav oss en omvisning i huset, selv om vi bare hadde et rom."

Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2025

Segelsund Gjestehus
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10 Person Holiday Home in Follafoss-by Traum
10 Person Holiday Home in Follafoss-by Traum
2 out of 5
Steinkjer
Stay at this vacation home in Steinkjer. Enjoy free parking. Popular attraction Vestvik Kirke is located nearby.
10 Person Holiday Home in Follafoss-by Traum
10 Person Holiday Home in Inderoy-by Traum
10 Person Holiday Home in Inderoy-by Traum
2.5 out of 5
Inderøy
Stay at this vacation home in Inderøy. Enjoy free parking and a garden.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
The view! The INCREDIBLE view!
"This house is amazing! It's big, it's luxurious and it's super cosy! But more than anything, it has the most amazing panoramic view of the fjord! It just kept us mesmerised throughout our entire stay!"

Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2025

10 Person Holiday Home in Inderoy-by Traum
6 Person Holiday Home in Flatanger
6 Person Holiday Home in Flatanger
2 out of 5
Flatanger
Stay at this vacation home in Flatanger. Enjoy free parking.
6 Person Holiday Home in Flatanger
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