Rainforests

Rainforests do not only appear in tropical areas, but also in temperate coastal areas with more than 2000 mm rain per year such as Norway, Ireland, Scotland and the west coasts of the US and Canada. These rainforest are rich in mosses, ferns and epiphites which grow on soil, stones or in the trees.

You can find such patches of rainforests near Trondheim

Walks and cycle tours nearby Jonsvatnet

Jonsvatnet is a lake in which drinking water for the population of Trondheim is stored. Located east of Trondheim, the surrounding hills form a scenic backdrop. In addition to Jonsvatnet there are other lakes where you can fish, swim or enjoy a relaxing moment.

Here is a map with all pathes: http://www.friluftsrad.no/trondheimsregionen/default.asp?WCI=file&WCE=188 and some text (in Norwegian) that goes with the map: http://www.friluftsrad.no/trondheimsregionen/default.asp?WCI=file&WCE=187 .

Take bus line 24 form the center of Trondheim to reach Jonsvatnet area: http://www.team-trafikk.no/pdf/bussrute_230804_24.pdf.

Walks in the hills west of Trondheim: Bymarka

The hills west of Trondheim give a good impression of the natural environment that Norway offers. This area consists of pine and birch forets, bogs and a few picturesque cottages where hot drinks and snacks are served. When you are very lucky, you can see elg and deer. At the end of the summer and in autumn blueberries, cowberries, cranberries and cloudberries can be found everywhere in this area. More information (in Norwegian) can be found in: http://www.ntnu.no/vmuseet/nathist/blimedut/bli_med_ut4_NETT.pdf

This area is excellent for making all kinds of walks (1 hour to 10 hours). For suggestions, look at: http://www.skiklubben.no/2006_Sondagsturen.pdf

Buss services to the starting points of walks are mentioned in these suggestions. Bus timetables can be found at: http://www.team-trafikk.no/ (click bussruter). Buss tickets are sold by buss drivers and cost 22 crowns per single journey.

Maps are included in the suggestions, but they are not very precise. I suggest to buy Turkart Bymarka (sommerutgave) for 80 crowns in a book shop or kiosk. You can also find a map here: http://www.trondheim.kommune.no/content.ap?thisId=1117611710&language=0 (click sti- og turvergkart - Bymarka)