Tour Suggestion: From Gulburet to Øyna: Historic Trail with Wondrous Flavours!

If so, this is the trip for you!

Gulburet and Øyna are both located along the Golden Road in Inderøy in North-Trøndelag, just an hour north of Trondheim.

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Gulburet

The hostess at Gulburet

Start the hike from with a visit to the farm shop on Gulburet, where among other things can buy warm home baking and nice home made candy. On the 1st floor you can enjoy a good cup of coffee with home-baked bread and delicious cakes. The courtyard has plenty of cozy seating when the weather is nice.

Pay a visit to Glasslåven (workshop and shop, glass art), located on the farm. If desired, any shopping bags can be transported to Øyna, together with any luggage.

For groups

The Verdal-Cross

Are you part of a group on this hike, it is possible to orer a historic meal with local drinks. All the senses are used and the meal is inspired by the flavours a 1000 years back in time. The hosts can, if desired, talk about the grave find in Hommeldalen. It is one of the richest finds in Trøndelag and the Verdal-cross is a part of it.

Gulburet to Øyna

Gulburet – Øyna

You follow the old road on the hillside above Inderøy from Gulburet to Øyna; Follow the road a short distance from Gulburet before going through the yard on the first farm on the right – it is signposted culture trail. The hike continue along fields and meadows, forest and sea.

On Almskalåsen you can write into the guest book. Along the way, you can read short stories about the flora, fauna and history of the area

Skogtrøa is a good place to stop for some refreshments and Nessberga nearby are known for its lime kilns.

The last half of the hike goes through the centre of Straumen, surrounded by old wooden houses. Set aside some time to visit Nils Aas art workshop before continuing.

Sculpture “the Flounder” in the Muustrø Park

The trail continues through the Muustrø Park and further up in the residential area and past the Old Sakshaug Church. This is one of the two medieval churches in Inderøy and was consecrated in 1184. The Mason marks shows similarities with Nidaros cathedral and the church offers interesting art and building historic details.

The last hill up to Øyna is steep, but well worth the trip!

Øyna

Øyna Photo: M Rua

Arriving at Øyna, finish the hiking trip with a well deserved dinner, with ingredients sourced from local suppliers in the municipalities that can be spotted from Øyna.

Øyna situated on a magnificent viewpoint overlooking a stunningly beautiful landscape. The buildings are put up with inspiration from the Vikings, in combination with modern element.

Group bookings
Contact Visit Innherred for help in arranging group meals and other arrangements at Gulburet and Øyna:
Email: post@visitinnherred.com
Tel: +47 74 40 17 16

Show consideration
The trail runs alternately on the footpath, road and grass in the cultural landscape. The trail goes through farm yards and fields and it is encouraged to show consideration where the trail goes through farm tyards and close to cabins and houses.

Getting there
From the north:
Drive the E6 from Steinkjer to the Vist Crossing, turn right onto FV 761 and follow the road about 10 km until you see the farm on your left hand. Sign posted.

From the south:
Take the E6 to Røra, turn left onto Fv755, follow the road to Straumen. Turn right onto Fv261 just after Straumen centre. Continue straight ahead for 4 km until you see the farm on the right hand side.