Bulandsdalen Spring, Stjørdal, Norway

## Overview Bulandsdalen Spring is a roadside public drinking spring located in the Bulandsdalen valley near Stjørdal in Trøndelag county, Norway. Situated at approximately 63.55°N latitude, the spring sits within the scenic landscape of central Norway's rolling hills and boreal forests. The water emerges from a pipe installed right next to the road, making it one of the more conveniently accessible natural springs in the region. Historically, roadside springs like this one have served travelers and locals in rural Norway for generations, providing a refreshing stop along mountain and valley roads. The spring is located at GPS coordinates 63.552452, 11.145812, placing it in the Bulandsdalen area east of the Trondheimsfjord. Visitors have noted that the water flows steadily from the pipe, and the spring has historically been used as a drinking water source by passersby. As with any natural water source, conditions can vary over time. ## Directions 1. From Stjørdal town center, head toward the Bulandsdalen valley using local roads heading roughly south-southeast. 2. Follow the road into Bulandsdalen — the spring is located directly alongside the road at GPS coordinates **63.552452, 11.145812**. 3. The spring pipe is easy to spot from the road; look for a pipe emerging near the roadside, often with a small wet area or runoff visible. 4. There is no significant hiking required — the spring is accessible right from the road. *Tip: Enter the GPS coordinates into your navigation app for the most precise route, as local road names in rural Norwegian valleys can be inconsistent on different map platforms.* ## What to Expect Bulandsdalen Spring is a straightforward, no-fuss roadside water source. The water flows from a pipe directly next to the road, so there's no need to hike or navigate trails to reach it. The spring is easy to spot while driving through the valley. The surrounding Bulandsdalen valley offers typical Trøndelag scenery — a mix of farmland, birch and spruce forest, and gently rising terrain. Depending on the season, the valley can be lush and green in summer or blanketed in snow during winter months. Spring and early summer tend to bring higher water flow due to snowmelt. Visitors should bring their own containers if they wish to collect water. Since the spring is right at the roadside, it's an ideal quick stop rather than a destination in itself — perfect for topping off a bottle while exploring the Stjørdal area. The spring has been reported to be a traditional drinking water source used by locals, though water quality can fluctuate with weather and seasonal conditions.