Vangshylla: Local History and Cultural Trail

Vangshylla combines an early settlement history with historic transport routes and a cultural trail along the coast.

Local History Between a Smallholding and a Farm

Vangshylla originally developed from a smallholding and a few boat sheds belonging to the farms at Vang. The smallholding was first mentioned as early as 1661; by 1790, it had developed into a small farm. The two years therefore mark different stages: the early mention of the smallholding and its later development into a farm.

Historic Routes and Fjord Traffic

From the early 19th century, an old path led uphill from Vangshylla through the slopes; it was the first public road in this area. A station for horse transport was also established early on, from which journeys across the Skarnsundet were arranged. A new road to Vangshylla was completed in 1930. Shortly afterwards, a landing stage for scheduled fjord traffic was built there. Scheduled boats, including those from Trondheim, called at Vangshylla until around 1952. The period thus stretches from the routes of the early 19th century to the boat calls around 1952.

Cultural Trails and Getting Your Bearings

The Straumen–Vangshylla cultural trail on Inderøy runs along the coast and offers cultural, historical and botanical points of interest. Around 50 information boards explain historic sites, plants, animals and the people who lived here. Parking is available at Vangshylla along the cultural trail. The Utøy cultural trail runs between Straumen and Vangshylla on Inderøy.

More Experiences in the Wider Destination of Inderøy

Muustrøparken is located by the Granaelva River in the centre of Straumen. It features eleven sculptures by sculptor Nils Aas. Hustad Church dates from the mid-12th century and is set in Inderøy’s cultural landscape. It is surrounded by Kjerkeplanken, a type of log-built fence that is rare in Norway.

The Nils Aas Art Workshop in Straumen houses an art collection assembled by Nils Aas himself. Visitors can work with different materials in the on-site workshop.

At Berg Gård, Inderøy Brenneri offers bookable aquavit tastings with a guided tour. The distillery produces barrel-aged aquavit using caraway it grows itself and local ingredients.

Gangstad Gårdsysteri in Sandvollan, Inderøy, operates a farm shop year-round. Visitors can sample and buy award-winning cheeses and farm-made ice cream there. In summer, coffee and farm-made ice cream are also available in the farmyard; in July, a farm tasting platter is offered there. Check the latest opening details and seasonal offerings before your visit.

In the wider destination of Inderøy, Sundsand is a recreation area with a shallow sandy beach, walking trails, a playground and three sand volleyball courts. On Inderøy, a cycling experience along the Golden Road combines train travel to Sparbu or Røra with bike hire and luggage transfer. Check the latest details of the offer in advance.

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