Neighbourhood Spotlight: Tillerbyen
"Øvre Leirfoss" hudryelectric dam and "Leirfossrunden" (Leirfoss loop) walking path. Photo: Tormod Igelø Ellingsen
Tiller is one of Trondheim's largest and most diverse suburbs, combining everything from farmland and forests to apartment blocks, offices, and shopping centres. It’s home to 13 active farms, producing everything from wheat to meat.
Getting to Tiller
Take bus number 1 (metro bus), which also passes through the exciting Sluppen area. Bus number 24 is another option, or you can catch buses 10, 2, and 20 for Sjetnmarka. Biking is a great way to get around, and electric scooters are available too (check with the provider first).
Read more on Trøndelag Transit Authoriity AtB's website.
Metrobus line 1 at Tiller one early August morning. Photo: Tormod Igelø Ellingsen
Outdoor Adventures
Leinstranmarka, part of "Bymarka," is a hiker’s paradise with marked trails and scenic spots like Kuset and Bjørktjønna. Nearby Hårstadmarka is great for peaceful walks and foraging. From Kroppanmarka, you can reach Leirfossen, a lush park with fishing huts, perfect for salmon fishing. Here are a few outdoor options to explore in the area:
Leirfossrunden: A beginner-friendly walk passing waterfalls along the Nidelven River, known for its biological diversity.
Tillerparken: A lush, accessible park, ideal for a relaxing walk or picnic.
Tillerrunden (Tiller Loop): A 6.8 km marked route through Tiller’s green areas, offering historical insights and connecting to the Leirfossrunden.
"Øvre Leirfoss" hydroelectric plant and Nidelva river. Leirfossen walking path takes you alongside the river. Photo: Tormod Igelø Ellingsen
Neighbourdhood Spotlight: Sluppen
Leirfossen walking path also takes you to Sluppen borough.
City Feel, Suburban Style
Tiller is home to City Syd, one of Norway’s largest shopping centres, featuring 70 shops and restaurants. The Enter cultural centre hosts concerts, plays, and art exhibits, while Flotten assembly house offers space for events like quizzes and dances. Tiller is a hub for both local youth and adults, with plenty of activities available, from sports clubs to casual hangouts.
Tiller is a hub for logistics, some industry and shopping centres. Photo: Trondheim kommune
Education
Tiller is home to several schools and kindergartens:
Kindergartens:
Tillermyra: Public, focused on play and sustainability, located at Torgård, Tiller.
Norlandia Tiller: Private, emphasises healthy diet and physical activity.
Tiller Open: Free, christian, open for children not yet enrolled, three times a week.
Tildra: Parent-run cooperative, close to nature.
Hårstadmarka: Public, focused on thriving and development.
Øvre Sjetnan: Diverse, focuses on life skills, relationships, and language.
Kroppanmarka/Sjetne: Okstad, Okstadvegen, and Sjetne kindergartens focus on inclusion and individual needs.
Sjetnmarka Family: Private, home-based.
Schools:
Tonstad Primary & Middle: Central in Tiller, large student body.
Rosten: Serves Tiller, Sjetnmarka, and Rosten, 413 students.
Hårstad Primary: Family-friendly, near Hårstadmarka.
Sjetne Primary & Middle: Serves Sjetnmarka and Kroppanmarka, with a focus on inclusion.
Okstad Primary: Rural, around 200 students.
Nidaros Sports Middle: Private, focuses on sports, 174 students.
Tiller Upper Secondary: Offers diverse educational routes, 750 students.
Christian Upper Secondary (KVT): Private, faith-based, 566 students.
A Rich History
Tiller’s history dates back to prehistoric times, with significant archaeological finds, including a horseman’s grave discovered in the 1930s. The Tiller landslide of 1816 reshaped the area, creating dramatic changes to the landscape.
Tiller's history as a suburb began in 1899 when it separated from Klæbu county. In 1964, it became part of Trondheim, with a population of 3,595. Today, over 10,000 people live in Tiller, in addition to the population of Sjetnmarka and Kroppanmarka.
Archaeologists at NTNU have uncovered what may be the oldest preserved wooden fence in Trøndelag, located at Torgård in Tiller. Dating back to the 500s, the fence was maintained for centuries and offers insight into early notions of land ownership. The discovery highlights a period of significant societal change during the Merovingian era, which saw shifts in settlement patterns and the emergence of new social classes. The fence, along with earlier findings like the Torgård burial of a prominent figure, reflects the foundation of future state formation and Viking-era developments.
Wikipedia on Tiller Landslide
The Tiller landslide was a landslide in the village of Tiller, outside Trondheim, on March 7, 1816. The landslide carried away 500 decares of soil.
Cultural Diversity
Tiller is also home to Trondheim's only Hindu temple, the Sri Tiller Ganesha Temple, and the Chùa Đôn Hậu Buddhist temple, reflecting the suburb’s rich cultural and religious diversity. Additionally Birgittaklosteret (the Birgitta Monastery), established in 1998 and located near Tiller Church, offers a peaceful retreat with its blend of prayer, work, and hospitality.
Tiller’s mix of history, nature, and urban amenities makes it one of Trondheim’s most dynamic suburbs.
Trondheim Sri Tiller Ganesha temple. Photo: Kannan Nagendram (Wikipedia) / CC BY 4.0)
Photo: Jonas Hustad
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How to Explore the Region
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