MUNKHOLMEN ISLAND

  • Latitude: 63.45205
  • Longitude: 10.38452
  • Norwegian Coast
  • Marina in Norway

Location: Trondheim Trøndelag Norway

Marine Port Description and Specifications: Munkholmen Island, Norway

Overview: Munkholmen Island is a historically rich islet located in the Trondheim Fjord, near Trondheim, Norway. It has been used over centuries for varied purposes including as a monastery, fortress, prison, and more recently, a recreational area. While not a commercial marine port, Munkholmen does offer docking facilities primarily for tourist and leisure activities.

Location:

  • Coordinates: Approximately 63.4614° N latitude, 10.3872° E longitude.
  • Proximity: Situated about 2 kilometers from the Trondheim coastline, it is easily accessible from Trondheim by boat.

Access:

  • Transport: Predominantly accessed by small boats or ferries from Trondheim. Regular ferries operate, especially during the summer months, for tourists visiting the island.
  • Navigational Aids: The waters around Munkholmen are generally marked and well-charted but navigational aids specific to the islet itself are minimal given its non-commercial nature.

Facilities:

  • Docking/Piers: The island is equipped with small docking facilities suitable for leisure vessels and tourist ferries. There is no extensive infrastructure to support large commercial ships.
  • Amenities: Basic amenities are available for visitors, including restroom facilities, picnic areas, and guided tours. There is also a small café operational during the tourist season.

Restrictions:

  • Vessel Size: Due to limited docking facilities, the islet can accommodate only small to medium leisure boats and ferries.
  • Seasonal Access: Best accessed during the warmer months (late spring to early autumn); weather conditions in winter can make access more challenging.
  • Nature Conservation: As part of environmental preservation efforts, certain activities and potential expansions or modifications may be restricted.

Historical Significance:

  • Former Monastery: Established by Benedictine monks around the year 1100.
  • Fortress: Developed into a fortress in the 17th century, serving various defensive and punitive functions.
  • Prison: Used as a prison for political prisoners during the Danish-Norwegian union and for Nazi collaborationists post-World War II.
  • Tourism: Currently, it is a popular tourist spot where visitors can explore its rich history and scenic views.

Recreational Activities:

  • Tourism: Island tours include exploring historical ruins and learning about the storied past of Munkholmen.
  • Picnicking: Designated areas for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the island.
  • Swimming and Sunbathing: During the summer, the island’s small beaches and rocks are popular spots for swimming and sunbathing.

Summary: Munkholmen Island is not a conventional commercial marine port but rather a historical and leisure site. It features limited docking facilities suitable for its primary use as a tourist destination. The island holds substantial historical value and provides a picturesque setting for recreational activities. It's best visited during the warmer months when ferry services from Trondheim are readily available.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
GEOLOGEN Other INFO VHF 16 03:54:03
HRIMFARE Sailing 03:51:04
SOVIKNES Other 02:58:25
BOA MUNIN Towing/Tug TRHEIM 02:57:43
MJOLNER Other TRONDHEIM-VANVIKAN 02:57:19
SELBJORNSFJORD Passenger RORVIK-TRONDHEIM 02:56:35
D/S HANSTEEN Passenger 02:56:01
HARRY BORTHEN baycraft 02:55:54
TRONDHEIMSFJORD 1 Other TRONDHEIM 01:54:17
LISE Port TRONDHEIM PILOT ST 12:58:07
TEISTEN Other TRONDHEIM 12:26:20
EDOEYFJORD Passenger VERDAL 12:25:02
TESTAIS Tanker TRONDHEIM 12:00:00
FJORDJARL Other 0 9/23/2025
FJORDGLIMT Other TRONDHEIM-VANVIKAN 9/23/2025
LADEJARL Other TRD<>KSU 9/23/2025
ORMEN Towing/Tug 9/23/2025
SKARVEN II baycraft 9/23/2025
NORDLYS Passenger NOKKN 9/23/2025
IRELAND Cargo NO KJK 9/23/2025

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