Namsos Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Namsos

At the start of World War 2 Namsos was Norway's Dunkirk. After a failed campaign against the invading German forces, Several thousand British and French troops were stranded on the shore in and around Namsos. Lord Mountbatten lead a small fleet that in a daring operation evacuated the exhausted troops from the devastated town. Namsos has produced some great musicians. Among the best known is Åge Aleksandersen, often referred to as Norway's Bruce Springsteen. Rock singer Terje Tysland and the band D.D.E. have also achieved national fame in Norway.

Top Attractions in Namsos

Explore the best things to see and do in Namsos:

• ★Klompen
• ★Kunstmuseet Nord-Trøndelag
• ★Namdalsmuseet
• ★Namsos Kirke
• ★Norsk Sagbruksmuseum
• ★Rock City
• ★Saemien Sijte
• ★Salvatnet lake

Where to Stay in Namsos

• 🏨Børstad Hotel
• 🏨Namsos Camping
• 🏨Rica Rock City Hotel
• 🏨Tinos Hotell

Namsos Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: