Namsos

Namsos / Nåavmesjenjaelmie

Namsos is a large municipality with the islands of Jøa and Otterøya in the west, Namdalseid in the south and Salsvatnet lake in the north. At the mouth of the majestic Namsen river, you will discover the regional town of Namsos. Few towns have played such important roles in Norwegian music: It is now 40 years since Åge Aleksandersen and Terje Tysland revolutionized the Norwegian music scene with their distinctive “Trønderrock”. To this day Namsos is a vibrant rock town and home to some of Norway’s most beloved artists. There is an active cultural scene in the town with a cinema, several large music venues, pubs with live music and concerts in the local church. There are markets in the town square on a regular basis.

Explore Namsos with loved ones. Visit the shops and taste the locally produced food from both sea and land. Discover Oasen, the water park inside the mountain, and be inspired in the town’s galleries and museums. Go on peaceful strolls in town or in the surrounding nature. With the river, the fjord and a network of marked trails, memorable nature-based experiences are never far away. Marked trails to Svartfjellet, Vattafjellet and Klompen are popular afternoon walks.

In the rural areas of the municipality there are several cycling routes and kayaking opportunities. The village of Namdalseid is surrounded by beautiful nature with terrain well-suited for hiking, fishing, and hunting. The nature around Botnan should also be explored, particularly Almdalen-Ekorndalen nature reserve with its rare boreal rainforest. In Ekorndalen valley you will find the hidden treasure that is Ekornfossen waterfall.

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Kunstmuseet NordTrøndelag

Stasjonsgata 3, 7800 Namsos +47 400 39 240 / kunstmuseet@museetmidt.no /

www.kunstmuseet.no

Kunstmuseet NordTrøndelag is one of five departments within Museet Midt. It is located in Kulturhuset in Namsos. The art museum hosts a variation of contemporary exhibitions, and exhibitions from their own collection. The art museum offers guided tours and creative workshops for children, students and others. It also has its own art shop with a variety of art and design pieces for sale. The Rian Gallery is a room with art by Johs. Rian (1891 – 1981). Namsos Kunstforening (Namsos art society) also put on exhibitions every year.

Opening hours: Mon – Wed: 11 – 16 Thursday: 11:00-16:00 | 18:00 – 21:00 Fri – Sat: 11:00 – 15:00

Namdalsmuseet - Part of Museet Midt

Kjærlighetsstien 1, 7804 Namsos namdalsmuseet@museetmidt.no +47 488 80 034

www.namdalsmuseet.no

Museum of cultural history in Namdalen Guided tours: June–August, or on request. Several large cultural events throughout the year, for example the annual Christmas market, and cultural market. Visit our website for information. Norway’s only hospital museum in a museum of cultural history.

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Tinos Hotell

Verftsgata 5, 7800 Namsos +47 74 21 80 00 / post@tinoshotell.no

www.tinoshotell.no

Opening hours: Mon - Sat 11:00 - 22:00 Sunday 14:00 - 22:00

The Norwegian Sawmill Museum – A journey through time

Linbergvegen 16, 7820 Spillum +47 74 27 13 00 / sagbruksmuseet@museetmidt.no

www.sagbruksmuseet.no

Spillum Dampsag & Høvleri (just south of Namsos) is the only preserved steam sawmill of its size in Norway. The sawmill was in use from 1884-1986. Buildings and objects from this period are preserved and displayed at the sawmill museum. It’s a living museum, with the occasional production. The new visitors center opened last year, with exhibitions, a small cinema, and an excellent view of Namsos. Ther’s a small museum shop and children’s play area. Coffee and sweet treats available during the summer. Great outdoors area by the sea. Opening hours: Mon – fri: 9-15 Summer opening hours: See our website. We also publish our events on our Facebook-page.

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Scandic Rock City

Sverresgate 35, 7800 Namsos +47 74 22 40 00 / rockcity@scandichotels.com

www.scandichotels.no/rockcity

In Namsos you will find the only Trønder Rock hotel in the country. Scandic Rock City is a full-service hotel, suitable for the whole family. The hotels interior reflects the city’s rock ‘n’ roll history. Situated in immediate vicinity of the town centre, shopping center and cinema. Free parking.

North-west in Namsos municipality is Jøa island, often called "the land in the fairy-tale" after one of author Olav Duuns literary works. The author grew up at Øver-Dun and his childhood home is open for visitors in the summer. Cycling routes around the island allow you glimpses of lush farmland and varied wildlife. If you are lucky, you may spot white-tailed eagles, cranes, moose and otters. There are copious amounts of deer on the island, and you will often spot them in the fields as you cycle or drive by. There are two pubs on Jøa. They serve tasty food and drink, right on the seafront. The island is also home to several charming farm shops, a second-hand/antiques shop, and several cafés in the summer.

Brakstad Hamn, Jøa

Rett vest, ut mot Folla / +47 905 21 919 flaskepost@brakstadhamn.no

www.brakstadhamn.no

• Guest marina with electricity and water • Kayak and boat rental • Long-term marina berth rental • ”Pøbben” dining and restaurant • MK Straumingen • Brakstad gård – farm • The Brakstad islands • Siglurd, traditional wooden boat

Brakstad Hamn

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Olav Duun on Jøa

Øver-Dun, 7856 Jøa / +47 415 62 531

www.olav-duun.no

The childhood home of the author Olav Duun is open every day from July 2nd to July 31st, between 12–16. Guided tours: Adults NOK 80, children NOK 10 and groups NOK 800. Please contact us by phone for guided tours outside of the summer season.

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Himmelhøy

Breksillan, 7810 Namsos +47 908 03 849 / kathrin@himmelhoy.no

www.himmelhoy.no

Stay in comfortable cabins in the treetops, find your resting heart rate in close contact with nature, and enjoy staying in the treetops with a wonderful, sky-high view.

• Sleeps 6–7 guests • Made beds • Self-catering • Access to canoe • Great hiking terrain • Good fishing spots

Segelsund / farm shop on Jøa

Holvikvegen 66, 7856 Jøa +47 992 13 414 / post@segelsund.no

www.segelsund.no

Randi Randi, Eirik and all the farm animals welcome you to the barnyard, and Landhandleriet on Jøa! We serve tasty and locally produced food in the barn, with meat, eggs, vegetables, and herbs from our farm. You can buy local food, design, and country interior items in our shop.

Hamstad Bakericafe

www.hamstadbakeri.no

Hamstad Bakeri is the leading craft bakery in Namdalen. We operate pleasant bakery cafés in several shopping centres in the district. Freshly baked goods, tempting cakes, coffees, ice cream and other delicious treats! We also have a factory outlet at the bakery where you can park right outside and buy fresh baked goods, straight from the oven.

Hamstad bakeri Factory outlet Hamstad Bakeri Alcaden, Pinavegen 12, Namsos +47 74 22 60 90 Monday-Friday kl 08.00-15.00 Avd. Namsos Storsenter +47 74 27 25 55 Monday-Friday 08.00-17.00, Saturday 09.00-17.00 Avd Amfisenteret Namsos +47 74 27 00 20 Monday-Friday 08.00-19.00, Saturday 09.00-17.00 Avd Amfisenteret Rørvik +47 74 39 40 00 Monday-Friday 08.00-18.00, Saturday 09.00-16.00

Krus Kaffebar

Namsos Storsenter, ground floor +47 74 27 49 10 Namsos very own coffee house, located by the entrance to Namsos Storsenter. Here you can buy all variations of coffee, milkshakes, tasty cakes and lighter meals.

Monday-Friday 10.00-20.00, Saturday 10.00-18.00

Himmel & Hav

Namsos Storsenter, 1st floor +47 74 27 21 50 The towns popular eatery in Namsos Storsenter. Great views over the Namsen fjord and a large outdoor seating area. Here you can buy dinner, burgers, wok, salads, sandwiches, ice cream, cakes and more!

Monday-Friday 10.00-20.00, saturday 10.00.-18.00

What to do in Namsos?

Visit out tourist information office and let us guide you to your next activity on your visit in Namsos. Tourist information in our community contact points at Kulturhuset in Namsos, Namdalseid community center and Fyret on Jøa. You can also call us on +47 979 76 977.

ACTIVE VACATION

Q Oasen water park Q Outdoors swimming spots Q Walks and hikes Q Bicycle routes Q Draisine cycling on the old Namsos railway Q Brurunden, and city centre walking paths Q Bjørumsklompen – viewpoint Namsos

FISHING & HUNTING

Q Salmon fishing Q Deep sea fishing Q Trout-fishing Q Small game hunting

ART & CULTURE

Q Concerts, theatre and cinema Q Libraries Q Street art and outdoors art Q Trønderrockmuseet Q Namdalsmuseet Q Norwegian Sawmill Museum Q Kunstmuseet NordTrøndelag Q The childhood home of Olav Duun on Jøa island Q Fosnes rural museum

www.namsos.kommune.no

Oasen Svømme & miljøsenter

Northern Europe’s largest swimming facility inside a mountain.

Jarle Hildrumsv. 6, N-7805 Namsos +47 74 21 90 40 /

www.oasen-namsos.no

50 m. swimming pool Children’s swimming pool Waterslide Jacuzzi Saunas Gym Sunbeds Café and kkiosk Free WiFi

OPENING HOURS: MON/TUE/THU 09:00 - 20:00 WED/FRI 10:00 - 20:00 SAT/SUN 10:00 - 16:00

GYM: Every day 06:00 - 23:00

Selnes Camping

Selnes, 7822 Bangsund / +47 906 39 889

www.urlaub-norwegen.at

Selnes Camping – fantastic fishing Close to the abundant Namsen fjord and one of Norway’s prime salmon rivers, Selnes Camping is the perfect venue for unforgettable fishing experiences. We offer cabins in various sizes, caravan and campervan sites. Guided tours and boat rental.

Namsos Camping

Flyplassvegen 10, 7805 Namsos +47 74 27 53 44 / booking@namsos-camping.no

www.namsos-camping.no

Welcome to Namsos Camping. We have cabins and caravan/tent camping, all year long. Try out mini golf, swim at the beach, hire a canoe, or cycle on our draisines – a unique and memorable ride along the banks of Namsen river.

Explore Ytre Namdal Namsos Camping

Did you know...

Namsos town was founded in 1845? Forestry and log driving were key to the development of the town. Namsos celebrated its 175th anniversary in 2020.

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Fantastic Salmon fishing!

Experience fantastic salmon fishing in Opløelva river. The river runs past the power station, close to Salsbruket. Shelter and campfire area by the river. Excellent fishing with quite a few large salmon being caught in recent years. Six available fishing licences each day. Can be bought online: www.utmarkscompagniet.no Øvre-Strømmen Gård is located the northern end of the idyllic lake Salvatnet. This is great starting point for outdoor activities, fishing and hunting. There are 4 bedrooms, suitable for 8 people. Boat and fishing license included in the rental place. For more information and booking: www.utmarkscompagniet.no

firmapost@collett.no Tel. +47 74 28 71 01

See & do

Kunstmuseet NordTrøndelag Stasjonsgata 3, 7800 Namsos E-mail: kunstmuseet@museetmidt.no Tel.: +47 400 39 240

Namdalsmuseet Kjærlighetsstien 1, 7804 Namsos E-mail: namdalsmuseet@museetmidt.no Tel.: +47 488 80 034

Norsk Sagbruksmuseum Linbergvegen 16, 7820 Spillum E-mail: sagbruksmuseet@museetmidt.no Tel.: +47 474 78 430

Olav Duuns barndomshjem Øver-Dun, 7856 Jøa Tel.: +47 415 62 531

Sleep & eat

Brakstad Hamn Brakstad, 7856 Jøa E-mail: flaskepost@brakstadhamn.no Tel.: +47 742 86 200

Dun Gård Hovsvegen 2, 7856 Jøa E-mail: sissel.thorsen@gmail.com Tel.: +47 469 04 544

Utmarkscompagniet Bangsundv.37, 7822 Bangsund E-mail: firmapost@collett.no Tel.: +47 742 87 101

Fru L Nedre Åshaugan 7, 7856 Jøa E-mail: fruleirbekk@gmail.com Tel.: +47 481 59 159

Hamstad Bakeri (Krus, Himmel og Hav, Hamstad Bakericafé) 7801 Namsos E-mail: post@hamstad-bakeri.no Tel.: +47 742 26 090

Faksdal Brygge-Pøbb Faksdal, 7856 Jøa E-mail: falo67@hotmail.de Tel.: +47 938 41 976 Ledang Rorbuer Utvordvegen 1108, 7777 Nord Statland E-mail: n-h.kald@online.no Tel.: +47 456 31 944

Lensmannsgården Namsosvegen 2498, 7800 Namsos E-mail: info@lensmannsgaarden.com Tel.: +47 971 83 676

Namsos Camping Flyplassvegen 10, 7805 Namsos E-mail: booking@namsos-camping.no Tel.: +47 742 75 344

Scandic Rock City Sverres gate 35, 7800 Namsos E-mail: rockcity@scandichotels.com Tel.: +47 742 24 000

Selnes Camping Stranda 51, 7822 Bangsund E-mail: michael@urlaub-norwegen.at Tel.: +47 906 39 889

Tinos Hotell og Restaurant Verftsgata 5, 7805 Namsos E-mail: post@tinoshotell.no Tel.: +47 742 18 000

Himmelhøy Tretopphytte Breksillan, 7800 Namsos E-mail: kathrin@himmelhoy.no Tel.: +47 908 03 849

Shopping & farm shops

Amfi Namsos Søren R Thornæs veg 19, 7800 Namsos E-mail: amfi.namsos@olavthon.no Tel.: +47 913 34 683

Holstad Gård Namsosv. 2564, 7750 Namdalseid E-mail: epost@holstadgard.no Tel.: +47 901 07 626

Namsos Storsenter Verftsgata 4, 7800 Namsos E-mail: geir.oie@olavthon.no Tel.: +47 913 34 638

Landhandleriet på Jøa (Segelsund) Holvikvegen 66, 7856 Jøa E-mail: post@segelsund.no Tel.: +47 992 13 414