Tingnes: Swimming, boating and culture

When looking for hotels in Tingnes, first decide which themes are important to you during your stay. In Tingnes, these include swimming and the bathing area in the centre; in Nes, the port of call of the DS Skibladner and the remains of the hillfort at Trostberget are additional points of interest. This lets you tailor your search to specific interests instead of deciding based only on the type of accommodation. It is best to check timetables and the terms of each hotel offer separately.

Swimming in Tingnes

Velstranda in Tingnes is designated as a bathing area. The water quality there is classified as excellent. Since water quality varies over time, check the latest information before swimming. The bathing area in the centre of Tingnes also has a playground and a diving tower. These details give you two specific points of reference for planning around swimming, without having to treat the two place names as interchangeable.

Hillfort remains and views at Trostberget

The remains of a hillfort are located on Trostberget in Nes. They sit high on an open site at about 383 metres above sea level and offer far-reaching views across the surrounding area. The combination of archaeological traces and an exposed high-altitude location offers a different focus from the bathing areas in Tingnes. If you are interested in historic sites and wide-open views, this is a notable point of reference for planning your trip.

DS Skibladner and practical information

The steamship DS Skibladner calls at Nes. The port of call in Nes i Hedmark is located at Tingnesvegen 794, 2350 Nes på Hedmark. If you want to include boat services in your plans, check the latest timetable in advance. There is parking at Nes kirke; as parking regulations can change, you should check them before travelling. The harbour location and parking availability are practical details for finding your way, but do not replace checking your current travel plans.

More to explore in the wider destination of Ringsaker

Ringsaker Church is one of Norway’s most authentic and best-preserved medieval churches; its oldest parts date from the first half of the 12th century. The ruins of Mjøskastellet on Steinsholmen in Lake Mjøsa are the remains of one of the largest known medieval towers in Norway. Sveinhaugen is a 21-metre-high burial mound southeast of Ringsaker Church. These three places offer different ways to explore Ringsaker’s medieval and archaeological history.

For a more active focus, the Helgøya Climbing Park is an option in the wider destination of Ringsaker. It is suitable for families and has 14 courses, 20 zip lines and a total of 160 climbing elements. Hovelsrud Visitor Garden is also located on Helgøya and has been restored to its 1840 condition. During the summer months, guided tours and garden walks take place there on Sundays, along with a pop-up shop selling farm products, vegetables from the kitchen garden and plants. As these activities are seasonal, check the dates before your trip.

The tours also vary in focus and mode of transport. “10 topper i Ringsaker” is an accessible annual hiking offer with destinations at peaks, viewpoints and other natural highlights in various parts of Ringsaker. The 2026 edition of “10 på hjul” visits cultural heritage sites and can be completed by bicycle or, if needed, by car. Comparing the two can help you decide whether to include nature destinations explored on foot or a cultural heritage tour in your travel plans.

Next, check the hotel offers that suit you in the booking process.

Discover more destinations: Nes På Hedmark, Furnes, Lismarka, Mesnali, Sjusjøen, Moelv, Brumunddal.

Go to the wider travel overview: Ringsaker.