The St. Olav Ways are a network of historic pilgrimage walking routes leading to Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim, the burial site of Norway’s patron St Olav. Spanning several thousand kilometres across Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark, these routes follow paths that date back to the Middle Ages, when pilgrims travelled north to honour the Norwegian king. The trails cross a variety of landscapes – from forests and lakes to coastal stretches and rural settlements – highlighting both the natural environment and the cultural history of Scandinavia. Today, the Saint Olav Ways attract walkers seeking physical challenge, cultural discovery, or a slow and contemplative journey through the Nordic countryside. 

Each leg of the Saint Olav Ways offers its own distinct character: along the Borgleden pilgrim trail, travellers follow a route through the southeastern part of Norway, starting from the Swedish border in Halden and continuing toward Oslo. Along the way, visitors encounter cultural monuments from the Iron Age and the Bronze Age and walk through wooden hills; the trail also provides opportunities to experience regional food traditions and local hospitality.