Trolls
Descendants of the mythic ice giants and a representation of the wild and untamable nature, trolls are a staple of Norwegian fairy tales. They come in many shapes and sizes, some of which may surprise you.
Trolls are the magical creatures that serve as the villains of Norwegian folk tales. Typically large and strong, but not very cunning, they are a part of nature and represent its wildest and rawest powers.
They blend in with their environments and can therefore be of several different types: mountain trolls, forest trolls, sea trolls, and more. In fact, in the broad sense, a troll can be any magical creature from folklore -- huldra, nøkken, fossegrimen. All of these, you can learn about at our museum.
Over time, trolls have undergone a transformation from villain to symbol to a friendly national mascot. But whatever form they take, they remain fascinating and well-loved creatures, and we are dedicated to keeping the stories about them alive.
