Just outside of the heart of Harstad you’ll find Trondenes center for culture and history – a modern museum that tells the history of Harstad and its surroundings stretching from the Stone Age all the way to the present day. Experience Harstad’s history firsthand through the lifelike sculptures of vikings, noblemen and saints as you journey through the decades in this museum.

Trondenes center – a cultural journey through the ages
A visit to the modern museum of Trondenes center is an unforgettable experience. Use all of your senses to the fullest when you listen, smell and see the incredible history that is well preserved within these walls. Learn more about Harstad’s ancestors; vikings, noblemen and saints while you journey on an adventure through time.
Trondenes center displays both the bright and dark tale of Harstad. The painful and still quite recent history of the second World War has been dedicated a special place in the museum; a commemoration to the men who died in the different camps in Harstad. There is a hiking trail that goes through a cultural landscape and passes both burial mounds and remnants of the 2nd world war prison camps. There are signs stationed alongside the trail for those interested to learn more about Harstad’s dark history.
Food and drink at Trondenes center
A journey through this museum packed with exciting history and exhibits is surely to build up an appetite at Trondenes center. Near the entrance to the museum you’ll find a lovely café where you can sit and savor delicious dishes whilst enjoying the panoramic view of the archipelago. Trondenes center is also equipped with a lovely gift shop to bring home souvenirs to cherish the memories you are bound to make here.

Genuine Northern Norwegian hospitality in Harstad
Trondenes center is an exciting museum where the personnel truly focus on the experience of the customer. By being the perfect hosts they will contribute to your experience here at the museum and will ensure an unforgettable visit. The staff at Trondenes center wants to share their knowledge and passion about Harstad with you and will do this with sincerity.
You are able to contact Trondenes center for any questions through email: booking@stmu.no or through the telephone: +47 975 84 803