Agdenes
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We are now rounding the decommissioned Agdenes Lighthouse, visible on the hillside above with a wide view over the seaway. This marks the transition between the Trondheim Fjord and the Trondheimsleia strait — a strategic point where the fjord opens to the sea. Established in 1804, Agdenes Lighthouse is one of the oldest in the country. It was manned for more than 150 years and helped guide ships safely in and out of the fjord. Today, the buildings are unstaffed but remain an important cultural landmark and are used as a place to stay overnight. Just below lies the automated beacon at Ringflua, which still aids vessels in navigation. On the opposite side of the fjord, you can spot Brettingen Fort, a coastal battery built by the Nazis during World War II. The combination of lighthouse and fort reminds us how this area has been watched and defended for over two centuries. Now it’s our turn to follow this historic route, just like the Vikings, merchants, and sailors have done for centuries — with Agdenes standing guard at the gateway to the Trondheim Fjord.