TyholttårnetTyholttårnet at a Glance
About Tyholttårnet
Tyholttårnet is a communications and observation tower in the Tyholt neighbourhood of Trondheim, Trøndelag, notable for its height and public viewing facilities.
Visitors can use the observation deck and the revolving restaurant to look out over Trondheim, the surrounding suburbs and the Trondheimsfjord; the tower combines telecommunications functions with these visitor amenities.
Built as a broadcast and communications structure, it has since been a visible part of Trondheim’s skyline and a practical vantage point over the city.
Situated in the Tyholt district of Trondheim, the tower occupies an elevated suburban site within the city and is a short drive from Trondheim’s central areas.
- Height: The tower stands 124 metres tall and combines broadcast masts with public observation and dining facilities, making it a prominent city landmark.
What to See#
- Observation deck: A public observation level offering panoramic views across Trondheim and the Trondheimsfjord, located partway up the tower structure.
- Revolving restaurant: A revolving restaurant housed in the tower that provides elevated views of the city and fjord while dining; it occupies space near the public viewing area.
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Best Time to Visit Tyholttårnet
Summer for sightseeing and dining with long daylight; winter for clear, frosty panoramas and possible aurora sightings.
Weather & Climate near Tyholttårnet
Tyholttårnet's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (989 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 1° | -8° | 84 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.4h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 72 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.4h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 4° | -4° | 65 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.5h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 8° | 0° | 59 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.7h |
| May | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 7° | 54 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.8h |
| June | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 72 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 19.8h |
| July | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 89 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.8h |
| August | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 88 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.9h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 8° | 111 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.8h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 108 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.6h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 4° | -4° | 82 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 1° | -7° | 105 mm | overcast | 96% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.2h |
How to Get to Tyholttårnet
Tyholttårnet is in the Tyholt neighborhood of Trondheim. From Trondheim Central Station, take local buses toward Tyholt (several routes serve the area; check current schedules) or drive via Tyholtveien; parking is often available near the tower’s base.
Tips for Visiting Tyholttårnet
- If dining is the goal, reserve ahead - the revolving restaurant can be busy during weekends and cruise-ship days.
- The tower offers good panoramic city views; bring a camera with a modest zoom for distant fjord scenes.
- On windy winter days, the tower can feel colder than street level; a light jacket is recommended even on milder days.