Leksvik

Leksvik muncipality has approximately 3.480 inhabitants and covers a area of 430,2 km2. The old farming and lumbering community of Leksvik lies facing south towards Trondheims fjord. Leksvik forest has many idyllic mountain farms, most of which are now used as mountain cottages. Leksvik has a rapidly growing industry, principally in high technology. The main industries are agriculture and various industries. The commercial centres in both Leksvik and Vanvikan are growing to meet the demands of increasing industrial activity.

THULITT

Norways national stone. Hindrem has the largest example of Thulitt in Norway.

HINDREM

Fortress ruins at Hindrem, from migration times.

GRAND COUNTRY STORE MUSEUM

Authentic country store and dwelling with original fittings at Leksvik centre.

ANDERS SOLLI

Monument of Anders Solli. Leksvik Forest. Here the soldier Anders Soli was killed by wolves in 1612.

LEKSVIK CHURCH

Worthy example of Norweigan wooden churches, from about 1670.

VATTAHAUGEN

Veiws over the Leksvik region. Footpaths and parking area.

HOVEN FLORA-PATH

Along the old disused road by Hoven grendahus. Rich in floral abundance and also many tree varieties. The path runs along by the shore where you can fish or take a swim on warm, sunny days. Information board and parking area.

CLIMBING

Fishing, walking, water sports and mountain climbing. 5 km east of Vanvikan is Munkstigen which is North-Europes longest climbing path on a par with the best in the Alps.

FISHING

Most of the lakes in leksvik are easily accessible from the road. We suggest Bjørsjøen, Langen and Grønsjøen. Fishing area for the disabled: Ramdalsvatnet. Fresh water fishing: In Leksvik on the border with Rissa lies the idyllic Storvatnet.