On the banks of the legendary Namsen, known as the Queen of Rivers, stands Namsentunet Lodge, offering privileged access to one of Norway’s most productive Atlantic Salmon and Sea Trout fisheries. Flowing for 228 kilometres through wild Trøndelag before meeting the fjord, the Namsen is revered for both size and numbers, with fish to 45lb still landed each season. Its reputation rests not only on the sheer power of its Salmon but on the breadth of water it covers, demanding skill, strength, and the right tackle.
Namsentunet controls more than 10 kilometres of prime double-bank fishing across upper, middle, and lower beats, plus the famous Sanddøla tributary. With 26 named pools and the option of both bank and boat fishing, every rotation presents fresh opportunity. The river’s scale calls for double-handed rods, and guides work to a system of three anglers per professional, supported by experienced boatmen for traditional harling in handcrafted wooden canoes. Whether casting over the legendary Home Pool or searching fast water for newly arrived fish, each session promises the possibility of a trophy.
After long hours on the river, the lodge provides comfort and authenticity. Guests enjoy river-view rooms, hearty Norwegian and European dining, a fully equipped drying room, and facilities designed around anglers’ needs. Non-fishers are equally well catered for, with opportunities to explore the culture and landscapes of Trøndelag.
For anglers who measure their holidays by the challenge of great rivers and the calibre of the Salmon they pursue, Namsentunet Lodge delivers both in abundance. Here, every cast carries the weight of history, and every fish has the potential to be the one remembered for a lifetime.
Please Note: Half weeks are also available at Namsentunet, which are perfect for anglers wanting a shorter break without compromising on quality. These offer excellent value, easy travel, full board and either single or twin rooms. They include 4 nights and 3 full days of fishing, either Sunday to Thursday or Wednesday to Sunday. Please get in touch with us if you’d like to learn more.
The season runs from June to August.
Season: June to August
Peak: July
Weight: 10lb to 50lb
Average Weight: 10lb
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Trondheim
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Trondheim
Depart: TBA
Arrive: Trondheim Airport, Værnes
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Travel from Trondheim to Grong
Travel from Trondheim to Grong
Once you’ve landed at the airport and collected your bags, you’ll need to pick up your hire car (not included) and make the drive to the lodge, a journey of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Please note: The hire car is not included in the package price, but if you’d prefer, we’re happy to arrange it for you.
Namsentunet Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Namsentunet Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
During your first two fishing days, you will get your first chance to wet a fly on the beautiful River Namsen for the Atlantic Salmon that reside within it. Known as the ‘Queen Of Rivers’, it offers 10km of double-bank fishing and the opportunity to fish the upper, middle and lower stretches of the Sanddola River, along with 26 Salmon pools.
Namsentunet Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Namsentunet Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
On your third and fourth fishing days, you can explore more of the River Namsen. Our packages on this famous waterway are fully guided, with two anglers per guide and eight hours of fishing per day split into two to four-hour sessions. Each beat is approximately 2.5km, and a rotation schedule is in place to ensure everyone gets to fish a wide array of water.
All the guides at the lodge are very skilled, with many years of experience and know the river like the back of their hand.
Namsentunet Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Namsentunet Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
Often on your last two fishing days, you will be given the chance to return to your favoured pool or stretch of water. If you wish to fish afloat, you can also use the ‘Harling’ technique from the lodge’s wooden canoes, a very effective method, particularly when the water level is high. This is offered free of charge, provided your guide is trained in rowing. If your assigned guide is not, the lodge will attempt to swap them with someone who can row.
Namsentunet Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Namsentunet Lodge in a Single Room on a Full board basis
Travel from Grong to Trondheim
Travel from Grong to Trondheim
On departure day, once you’ve checked out of the lodge, you’ll need to drive your hire car back to the airport, a journey of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Depart Trondheim - Arrive Any international airport
Depart Trondheim - Arrive Any international airport
Depart: Trondheim Airport, Værnes
Arrive: TBA
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Prices are shown per person and are based on single rooms and two anglers per guide unless stated otherwise. All prices are accurate at the time of publication but may vary slightly depending on factors such as travel dates, booking time, airline pricing, or fuel surcharges set by the operators. Flights are always priced at the most competitive rates available at the time of enquiry to ensure you receive the best possible value when booking. Proudly an ATOL bonded company, our trips are complete packages, including all flights, transfers, accommodation, and fantastic fishing and shooting experiences.
Please Note: Half weeks are also available at Namsentunet, which are perfect for anglers wanting a shorter break without compromising on quality. These offer excellent value, easy travel, full board and either single or twin rooms. They include 4 nights and 3 full days of fishing, either Sunday to Thursday or Wednesday to Sunday. Please get in touch with us if you’d like to learn more.
| From | To | Days | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28/06/2026 | 05/07/2026 | 8 | £5,406 | Enquire |
| 05/07/2026 | 12/07/2026 | 8 | £5,459 | Enquire |
| 12/07/2026 | 19/07/2026 | 8 | £5,459 | Enquire |
| 19/07/2026 | 26/07/2026 | 8 | £5,459 | Enquire |
| 26/07/2026 | 02/08/2026 | 8 | £5,459 | Sold Out |
| 02/08/2026 | 09/08/2026 | 8 | £5,459 | Enquire |
| 09/08/2026 | 16/08/2026 | 8 | £4,919 | Enquire |
| 16/08/2026 | 23/08/2026 | 8 | £4,919 | Enquire |
| 23/08/2026 | 30/08/2026 | 8 | £4,919 | Enquire |
| 13/06/2027 | 20/06/2027 | 8 | £5,647 | Enquire |
| 20/06/2027 | 27/06/2027 | 8 | £5,647 | Enquire |
| 27/06/2027 | 04/07/2027 | 8 | £5,647 | Enquire |
| 04/07/2027 | 11/07/2027 | 8 | £5,700 | Enquire |
| 11/07/2027 | 18/07/2027 | 8 | £5,700 | Enquire |
| 18/07/2027 | 25/07/2027 | 8 | £5,700 | Enquire |
| 25/07/2027 | 01/08/2027 | 8 | £5,700 | Enquire |
| 01/08/2027 | 08/08/2027 | 8 | £5,700 | Enquire |
| 08/08/2027 | 15/08/2027 | 8 | £5,133 | Enquire |
| 15/08/2027 | 22/08/2027 | 8 | £5,133 | Enquire |
| 22/08/2027 | 29/08/2027 | 8 | £5,133 | Enquire |
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"If you like your freshwater fly fishing I would definitely recommend Namsentunet, it offers a huge range of excellent accommodation, and an abundance of quality water to fish. During my week I landed 2 Salmon and lost 1, which considering the river conditions was a fantastic result. I'd love to return next year when perhaps the weather gods are kinder to me. Thanks all. "
"Staying at Namsentunet Lodge was a wonderful experience and one I'd have no hesitation in recommending. The set-up there and the way everything works is so slick. As with any Salmon fishing the conditions have to be right to catch, but that won't stop you from having a good time. "
"The lodge was extremely welcoming and the staff couldn't do enough for you. The guides on the river were also incredibly knowledgeable and did everything in their power to put you on fish. Namsentunet Lodge I will be back. "
"This was my first trip with Sportquest and I had a fantastic time. I travelled on my own but was made to feel very welcome and included by the staff and other guests. There was also another solo angler so we were paired up for the guided sessions. The fishing was tough at times but the guides tried their best at all times to give us a chance of a fish. I caught my first salmon and most other guests caught too, including one 25lb+ fish. Food at the lodge was plentiful, tasty and well prepared. I'd definitely recommend Namsentunet, one tip I'd mention is that if you like a drink after fishing then it's worth picking something up at the airport as alcohol is pricey."
At Namsentunet Lodge, there are six cabins with a total of 22 rooms, comprising 44 beds, many of which have riverside views and their own kitchen and lounge area’s, offering guests a warm and homely ambience. All the rooms are spacious, with ample space for storage for your fishing and or hunting equipment.
Ten of the rooms have en-suite bathrooms, and the rest are shared, but all are modern, and bathrobes and towels get provided with each room.
All cabins are adorned in stylish Scandinavian interior design, fitted with flat-screen televisions and high-speed WiFi internet connection. The beds are comfortable and boast white, fresh, clean linen. All guests are looked after with a full maid and housekeeping service.
A significant changing and equipment room is also located on-site, where you can prepare all your equipment for the day ahead, along with a disinfection station. There is ample secure car parking on site.
Namsentunet also offers a large dining room and modern kitchen where the lodges chefs serve home-cooked food, including Norwegian and European cuisine.
Guests typically stay for four nights (three days fishing) or seven nights (six days fishing ). For the seven day/six night schedules, guests arrive on a Sunday and depart on a Sunday. For the three day/four night schedules, guests arrive on a Sunday or Wednesday and depart Thursday or Sunday.
The Namsunteunet guides also offer the opportunity for you to explore the beautiful Nordic wilderness and forests to hunt for game birds, including Hazel Grouse, Black Grouse, Capercaillie and Duck.
Namsentunet Lodge, one of Norway’s most exclusive Atlantic Salmon and Sea Trout fishing retreats, is nestled on the banks of the famous river Namsen, affectionately known as the ‘Queen of Rivers’. Located in Trøndelag county and flowing for 228 kilometres, it’s one of central Norway’s longest. Beginning its journey in the springs of Børgefjell National Park, just over the border in Nordland county, it flows through the municipalities of Røyrvik, Namsskogan, Grong, Overhalla, and Namsos before emptying into the Namsenfjorden. For many centuries, fly fishing aficionados have made their journey to this beautiful river to enjoy one of the finest fishing experiences the world has to offer.
The Namsen, steeped in history, first came to prominence in the 19th century when adventurous British fishers started visiting its banks, returning with stories of abundant numbers of large Salmon. Although slightly less prolific today, big fish remain a massive part of its heritage, and each year, good numbers of 40-45lb Salmon get landed by travelling rods. As a result, it’s remained a favoured retreat amongst royalty, landed gentry and the most discerning individuals and their guests.
If you’re a fly fishing or country sports enthusiast, then Namsentunet Lodge is the perfect destination for you; set amongst some of the most breathtaking scenery in Europe, it offers the complete package.
The Namsen is one of the longest rivers in Trøndelag county, in the central part of Norway, flowing for just over 228 kilometres. For centuries it’s been a river synonymous with good catches of Atlantic Salmon, both in terms of numbers and size. In 2017 the river was responsible for over 10,000 Atlantic Salmon, a number slightly inflated due to a strong run of smaller Grilse, however they were heavily interspersed with plenty of larger fish in the 10kg to 15kg range. In the same year, the most significant specimen landed from the Namsen was a stunning fish of just over 22kg, whilst the biggest fish on record currently stands at a whopping 27kg.
The Namsentunet Lodge, nestled on the banks of the Namsen, controls over 10km of double bank fishing, and visiting rods will have the opportunity to fish the upper, lower and middle stretches and the Sanddola River, along with 26 Salmon pools. The fishing is roughly based on a rotation of three (four at certain times of the year), and depending on how many days of fishing you have, you’ll have the opportunity to fish all the different beats. The impressive size of the river and the fact all the stretches offer double-bank fishing means it doesn’t feel confined at all.
Like all of Norway, the Salmon season on the Namsen runs from the 1st of June to the 31st of August. The season’s opening weeks are relatively classic spring-like Salmon fishing conditions and are typically when the most significant fish enter the river systems.
By late June and the beginning of July, fishing is at its most productive, the water levels have often dropped, and the vast Grilse run is in full swing. The season continues until the end of August, and with the changing seasons comes a changing of tactics – floating lines and smaller flies.
As well as the Salmon season, there’s also a season for Brown Trout which runs from May to September, and one for the Arctic Char, running from January to March.
With 10km of double bank fishing, spread over two rivers, and 26 quality Salmon Pools at each anglers disposal, it’s no surprise that Namsentunet Lodge is a destination at the top of many travelling freshwater fly anglers wishlist.
The upper stretch of the Namsentunet beat covers a lot of water, and despite a relatively free-slowing straight path, it’s one of the most complex parts of the river to read. Along its length, there are numerous deep holes and structures which provide good holding water, and this area is one of the primary spawning areas for the whole river.
The middle beat, home to ‘Home Pool’, is one of the most productive and scenic stretches you’ll ever have the joy to fish. With tonnes of fast streamy water, classic necks and tails, it looks very appealing to the eye.
The upper section of the lower Nasmsen offers some scenic pools before it flows out of a deep gorge, channelling down past the town of Grong to the confluence where Sanddola joins. The Sanddola river is a principal tributary of the Namsen but is also a great Salmon river in its own right and offers some excellent fly fishing opportunities. It fishes best in medium water heights from mid-June to mid-July.
To find out more about the Atlantic Salmon fishing at Namsentunet Lodge in Norway, visit our YouTube channel.
The Namsen is a big powerful river even in low-water conditions, and double-handed rods are almost mandatory. The fishing on the river starts to hot up in mid to late June when the water levels have dropped; however, regardless of when you fish, it’s worth having a range of fly-tips from floating to fast sink at your disposal. During some of the bright sunny days in mid-July, the most productive fishing will often be found at the bottom of many of the deeper pools. The fishery at Namsentunent is divided into two parts, bank fishing and boat fishing.
When bank fishing, the lodge offers three-beat rotations (four at certain times of the year) and depending on where they are on the river and the river height, the beats are reached by foot, vehicle or in one of the lodge’s traditional wooden canoes.
If you wish to fish afloat, it’s possible to fish using the ‘Harling’ technique from the lodge’s wooden canoes, a very effective method, particularly when the water level is high. This is offered free of charge, provided the guide is trained in rowing. If the assigned guide is not, the lodge will attempt to swap them with someone who can row.
At Namsentunet, guiding is based on two anglers per guide, with eight hours of fishing per day, split into two to four-hour sessions. Each beat is approximately 2.5km, and a rotation schedule is in place to ensure everyone gets to fish a wide array of water. Often, towards the end of the week, you will be given the chance to return to your favoured pool or stretch of water.
All the guides at the lodge are very skilled, with many years of experience and know the river like the back of their hand.
If you like your freshwater fly fishing I would definitely recommend Namsentunet, it offers a huge range of excellent accommodation, and an abundance of quality water to fish. During my week I landed 2 Salmon and lost 1, which considering the river conditions was a fantastic result. I'd love to return next year when perhaps the weather gods are kinder to me. Thanks all.
Staying at Namsentunet Lodge was a wonderful experience and one I'd have no hesitation in recommending. The set-up there and the way everything works is so slick. As with any Salmon fishing the conditions have to be right to catch, but that won't stop you from having a good time.
The lodge was extremely welcoming and the staff couldn't do enough for you. The guides on the river were also incredibly knowledgeable and did everything in their power to put you on fish. Namsentunet Lodge I will be back.
This was my first trip with Sportquest and I had a fantastic time. I travelled on my own but was made to feel very welcome and included by the staff and other guests. There was also another solo angler so we were paired up for the guided sessions. The fishing was tough at times but the guides tried their best at all times to give us a chance of a fish. I caught my first salmon and most other guests caught too, including one 25lb+ fish. Food at the lodge was plentiful, tasty and well prepared. I'd definitely recommend Namsentunet, one tip I'd mention is that if you like a drink after fishing then it's worth picking something up at the airport as alcohol is pricey.
Well done on your first Salmon Stuart and glad you enjoyed your trip.
Regards Peter
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