Trollkirka
Trollkirka
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Jan_Robert_P
Lillestrom, Norway129 contributions
Jul 2020
Trollkirka is not a church. It's a 70 meter long cave with a waterfall in the end. The hike from where you may park the car / leave the bus takes about 1,5 hours. It's abit roocky, and can be slippery/wet, so bring good shoes. It's well marked, so you shouldn't have any trouble finding your way.
The caves (yes, it's 3) are cold, so bring a jacket and a warm sweater. Gloves could also be nice. Also bring a flashlight, or preferably a headlight, one pr person if possible. It's dark in there...
Just a few meters further up you may enter another "cave" with a waterfall. And at the top, just some 50 meters further up, you may find the last cave. This is a bit harder to find, just a hole in the ground. This is a much tighter cave with very little daylight. You can't walk straight, and might get a bit dirty. It does get wider and higher 15-20 meters further in the cave, if you get that far without feeling the claustrophobia...
We used almost 2 hours on the hike up, with kids aged 5, 8 and 11, and 1,5 hours down again. You spend however long you want up there, but you will easily spend 30 minutes in the main cave.
PS. Just above the main cave, and at the same level as the 3rd cave, is a small lake. Beautiful place to camp, or just go for a swim. Not the warmest bath of the year, but fun... :)
The caves (yes, it's 3) are cold, so bring a jacket and a warm sweater. Gloves could also be nice. Also bring a flashlight, or preferably a headlight, one pr person if possible. It's dark in there...
Just a few meters further up you may enter another "cave" with a waterfall. And at the top, just some 50 meters further up, you may find the last cave. This is a bit harder to find, just a hole in the ground. This is a much tighter cave with very little daylight. You can't walk straight, and might get a bit dirty. It does get wider and higher 15-20 meters further in the cave, if you get that far without feeling the claustrophobia...
We used almost 2 hours on the hike up, with kids aged 5, 8 and 11, and 1,5 hours down again. You spend however long you want up there, but you will easily spend 30 minutes in the main cave.
PS. Just above the main cave, and at the same level as the 3rd cave, is a small lake. Beautiful place to camp, or just go for a swim. Not the warmest bath of the year, but fun... :)
Written July 30, 2020
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Ingunn Saur M
Fredrikstad, Norway1,077 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
The cave with the waterfall is really amazing, and well worth the effort. We are in quite good shape and used four hours for the trip up and down, including the cave. Add 5-10 min walking after the cave, and you will find a beautiful lake with a marble, sunk island. We spent some time here swimming and relaxing, and in total we spent almost six hours on the trip.
Bring food and water. You do not need a helmet (no risk of falling rocks).
Bring food and water. You do not need a helmet (no risk of falling rocks).
Written August 15, 2021
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Gone Walkabout
Tonsberg, Norway549 contributions
Jun 2020
This is one of our favorite experiences form the summer 2020. A 400 meter ascent, other than that it was for the most part as easy trip up to the cave. It is so worth the effort. The main cave is about 70 meters with winding cave tunnel to a marble pool at the bottom of a 14 meter waterfall. This is really unique. Bring headlamps or flashlights, because it is pitch dark inside. Some places the tunnel is low, so mind your head. There are 3 caves and the lowest one is the main cave with the marble pool.
Written August 2, 2020
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Soleil_Gal
Solihull, UK219 contributions
Aug 2014 • Friends
I just came back from a 10 days trip in Norway. We hiked not only 3 famous rocks but also this cave, which is amazing and has a different style than Trolltunga or Preikestolen..
The parking is located on road 64 north of Molde passing the toll road part. (you can also drive the non toll road). keep driving on 64 you wont miss it.
First part. Flat ground walking
Second. Norwegian forest walk
Third, all the way up along a track full of rocks
The hike is not that difficult, more or less equivelant to Preikestolen. The only thing is the track goes all the way uphill so there is no flat platform to walk on to give yourself a rest.
We walked 2 hrs each way. I think can do within 1.5 hours if we had more energy or not after the 3 rocks hiking.
The entrance is easy to find, you will see a board and a guestbook to sign.
Inside of the cave it can be damp and cold, make sure you have headlight and good waterproof hiking shoes.
There are 2 ways to go inside of the cave, we by mistake entered the smaller one which required crawling. we ended up coming out with dirts all over.. (but still a great experience.) Once you notice you have 2 choices, turn left unless you wanna try the small tunnel. Dont worry you wont get lost.
The waterfall is so beautiful but you will need a tripod to take at least 1 sec exposure to capture the silky water. We spent quite some time getting some nice photos, but it was cold inside, happily I had my hat & jacket=)
Dont forget to go further upstream the cave, you will be glad to find another cave with waterfall, so beautiful!
But we didnt find the mentioned lake? Nothing special after the second cave. So time to go back.
I would be happy to go again next time I visit Norway!!
In summary, useful stuff to bring:
Waterproof shoes.
Headlight
gloves (I found useful)
Jacket
Hat
The parking is located on road 64 north of Molde passing the toll road part. (you can also drive the non toll road). keep driving on 64 you wont miss it.
First part. Flat ground walking
Second. Norwegian forest walk
Third, all the way up along a track full of rocks
The hike is not that difficult, more or less equivelant to Preikestolen. The only thing is the track goes all the way uphill so there is no flat platform to walk on to give yourself a rest.
We walked 2 hrs each way. I think can do within 1.5 hours if we had more energy or not after the 3 rocks hiking.
The entrance is easy to find, you will see a board and a guestbook to sign.
Inside of the cave it can be damp and cold, make sure you have headlight and good waterproof hiking shoes.
There are 2 ways to go inside of the cave, we by mistake entered the smaller one which required crawling. we ended up coming out with dirts all over.. (but still a great experience.) Once you notice you have 2 choices, turn left unless you wanna try the small tunnel. Dont worry you wont get lost.
The waterfall is so beautiful but you will need a tripod to take at least 1 sec exposure to capture the silky water. We spent quite some time getting some nice photos, but it was cold inside, happily I had my hat & jacket=)
Dont forget to go further upstream the cave, you will be glad to find another cave with waterfall, so beautiful!
But we didnt find the mentioned lake? Nothing special after the second cave. So time to go back.
I would be happy to go again next time I visit Norway!!
In summary, useful stuff to bring:
Waterproof shoes.
Headlight
gloves (I found useful)
Jacket
Hat
Written August 15, 2014
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Øystein H
Sunde12 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Trollkirka is an adventure to be seen when in Molde or seing Atlanterhavsvegen.
The hike up is a bit rocky but is easy to find. And well marked.
Slipery places also has ropes layed out to help you.
Remeber good shoes. The rocky hike up and the slipery caves requieres shoes whith good grip and that can hold the water out.
Also a jacket is recomended. The temperature is low in the cave, and the constant waterfall make a jacket, a good idea.
Also rmember some good headlights. One head light for each person increases the value of the trip. Here we are talking high Insta value.
Have a nice trip.
The hike up is a bit rocky but is easy to find. And well marked.
Slipery places also has ropes layed out to help you.
Remeber good shoes. The rocky hike up and the slipery caves requieres shoes whith good grip and that can hold the water out.
Also a jacket is recomended. The temperature is low in the cave, and the constant waterfall make a jacket, a good idea.
Also rmember some good headlights. One head light for each person increases the value of the trip. Here we are talking high Insta value.
Have a nice trip.
Written August 6, 2019
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lineartravels
Stuttgart, Germany10 contributions
Aug 2017
We just drove into the carpark because we needed a break from driving and we're so glad we did! Although the sign says it's only an hour away don't be fooled; it's a bit of a climb. We did it fairly late in the day, late August around 5.30pm and didn't get back till about 8.30pm. As we did the hike so late we were the only ones there and had the caves all to ourselves. We did it in sport shoes and had our phones as torches. Having said that we did regret not bringing our headlamps as it's pretty slippery inside the cave.
Written August 27, 2017
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crazybelgianguy
Holbox Island, Mexico20 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
The hike to the caves is not to be underestimated. It will take you somewhere between 45minutes and 1h30 depending on your fitness and how many breaks you take. The caves don't take that much time to visit. You can easily do all three of them in less than an hour.
The first cave is the biggest one and requires a decent light (preferably a headlamp). The second one is really beautiful and involves the least physical exercise. The tird one is the most challenging one and definitely not fit for claustrophobic people. It is also the hardest one to find as it is just a hole in the ground. If you like cramping yourselve into small spaces while dirtying your clothes without much to see, this is the cave for you, otherwise this cave is not worth visiting.
The overall trip should thus take no more than 3 to 4 hours if you just visit the caves.
However, I would recommend packing your swimming clothes and walk the trail leading upwards for an extra 5 to 10 minutes. This will lead you to a small mountain lake with crystal clear water where you can take a freshening swim before heading back down!
The first cave is the biggest one and requires a decent light (preferably a headlamp). The second one is really beautiful and involves the least physical exercise. The tird one is the most challenging one and definitely not fit for claustrophobic people. It is also the hardest one to find as it is just a hole in the ground. If you like cramping yourselve into small spaces while dirtying your clothes without much to see, this is the cave for you, otherwise this cave is not worth visiting.
The overall trip should thus take no more than 3 to 4 hours if you just visit the caves.
However, I would recommend packing your swimming clothes and walk the trail leading upwards for an extra 5 to 10 minutes. This will lead you to a small mountain lake with crystal clear water where you can take a freshening swim before heading back down!
Written July 26, 2017
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Gunda H
Asker, Norway23 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
First - bring good shoes. Flashlight (prefarably headlamp). Use sports clothes. + Bring a bikini during summer! AND a water bottle.
This is an adventure - nothing less. If you do not have good health - dont go. Or only go half the way and wait on the bench.
We were there during a bright summer day. So things can differ at other times. Like - it will be important to have good shoes at other times because of water etc.
If I remember right, the climbing (ropes are available in difficult areas) took about 1,5 hours. I also saw some kids go the same route.
First you park the car, and pay a humble fee. Then you go through the Woods for quite some times, and then comes the hill.
We did not have any water, so we had to fill up my boyfriends caps every now and then from the river and waterfall. I got so exhausted - that many times I felt like giving up. BUT suddenly we were at the top. And there was the cave, phenomonal experience! The marble church is really a cave, so you will need your headlamp here. And inside the mountain cave...You dont have to walk far....there is a waterfall with crystal clear, greenish water. Cold! But pretty magical. But hey - during summer you can bathe here. Unfortunately we did not bring any swinwear, so for us this did not work. But next time we will.
Outside the cave is a mailbox, where you can write down your name, and the date of the visit, to add to the statistics of sporty people in the Norwegian woods!
This is an adventure - nothing less. If you do not have good health - dont go. Or only go half the way and wait on the bench.
We were there during a bright summer day. So things can differ at other times. Like - it will be important to have good shoes at other times because of water etc.
If I remember right, the climbing (ropes are available in difficult areas) took about 1,5 hours. I also saw some kids go the same route.
First you park the car, and pay a humble fee. Then you go through the Woods for quite some times, and then comes the hill.
We did not have any water, so we had to fill up my boyfriends caps every now and then from the river and waterfall. I got so exhausted - that many times I felt like giving up. BUT suddenly we were at the top. And there was the cave, phenomonal experience! The marble church is really a cave, so you will need your headlamp here. And inside the mountain cave...You dont have to walk far....there is a waterfall with crystal clear, greenish water. Cold! But pretty magical. But hey - during summer you can bathe here. Unfortunately we did not bring any swinwear, so for us this did not work. But next time we will.
Outside the cave is a mailbox, where you can write down your name, and the date of the visit, to add to the statistics of sporty people in the Norwegian woods!
Written December 18, 2015
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Dominyka Z
Vilnius, Lithuania33 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
Good one! An advice for those who love extreme climbing: don't finish your trip with lake and finish climbing the mountain (equipment recommended). What you'll see can't even be described!
Written October 14, 2014
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J S
5 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
After reading about these caves in a leaflet, we decided to check out trip advisor. Glad we did, much good advice there. However, to put this review in context, as a couple we have walked the Camino in the past so not entirely unfit ....just a bit overweight and in our fifties! Wonky knees/back too in the mix. So because of this we took our time, (and stopped for a 20 min lunch break), to make the trip to trollkirkje. On a HOT cloudless day. And timewise ... made it to first cave in 3 hours ...ie 3 NOT 1!!! So after spending a bit of time at the top, and picking our steps down again, it took US a total of 7 hours. Just saying...
And yes, the ropes were needed ....this is not a casual trek through forest and then the cave appears in front of you ...you need to be prepared to haul yourself upwards for a fairly steep journey over rough terrain.
The caves are beautiful when you get up there ....and a strong flashlight is needed.
If doing this on a hot day (during the current freak heatwave) bring plenty of water. If during showers, be really really careful not to slip on the rocks. It's a long way down....
And yes, the ropes were needed ....this is not a casual trek through forest and then the cave appears in front of you ...you need to be prepared to haul yourself upwards for a fairly steep journey over rough terrain.
The caves are beautiful when you get up there ....and a strong flashlight is needed.
If doing this on a hot day (during the current freak heatwave) bring plenty of water. If during showers, be really really careful not to slip on the rocks. It's a long way down....
Written July 19, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
What is the elevation of the caves, and how many km is the walk?
Written August 27, 2017
My husband and I are hoping to do this hike in a couple weeks. He's in great shape. I'm in pretty good shape (hike 5-6 miles daily with some incline) but I do NOT rock climb. At least not willingly. But I'm not young. (Not more info forthcoming.) We will have hiking boots and trekking poles. And a headlight. We will be on a guided tour. Do you recommend this hike?
Written May 24, 2017
Yes, definitely. I was glad for my trekking poles, but it was easy enough hiking with no rock climbing needed -- from what you share you should have no trouble.
Written August 27, 2017
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