Austråttborgen - one of Norway's oldest manors
DIRECTIONS:
Austråttborgen's adress is Borgveien 6, 7140 Opphaug. There is a parking space right next to the manor.
Going from Trondheim? Take the ferry (number 800 / 805) from Trondheim Hurtigbåtterminal to Brekstad (about 60 minutes). Taxis are waiting by the arrival, and will transport you to Austrått. Preorder at (+47) 72524810.
If you prefer to go by bicycle from Brekstad to Austrått, it will take about 30 minutes. You can bring your bicycle free of charge on the ferry, but please note that bicycles and the like can not be prioritized if the ferry is full.
HISTORY:
Ingerd Ottesdatter (a.k.a. Lady Inger of Oestraat) was one of the manor’s most significant and colourful owners. She played an important part in Norwegian history, notably in the implementation of the Reformation. It was during her time at Austrått in the 16th century that the main building was raised. From 1721, there were bourgeois owners of the estate. Since 1919, Austrått has been national property. Although much has been lost over the centuries, great cultural values have been handed down to our time.
Photo: unknown / Oslo Museum. Actor Magda Blanc as Lady Inger in Henrik Ibsen's play Fru Inger til Østråt, at the theater Den Nationale Scene, 1922.
CONTACT US:
Call (+47) 908 33 681 for more information during the summer season.
For guided tours off-season or other questions, please contact nkim.austrattborgen@mist.no