Live in Rørvik - a growing coastal town
A city in continuous transformation. Read about what makes the coastal city of Rørvik a great place to live for both present and future generations.
Living in Rørvik means living in a traditional coastal community undergoing considerable growth
The city and urban community of Rørvik is located in Namdalen in northern Trøndelag on the second largest island in the Vikna archipelago.
In Rørvik, the fishing industry has always been strong, and fishing, aquaculture and commerce continue to be central to its development. It is also home to Central Norway’s largest port facility - Port of Rørvik - which is a permanent port of call for Hurtigruten and cruise ships.
In recent years, Rørvik has experienced considerable growth and further population growth is expected in the future. With its proximity to the sea and society undergoing exciting development, Rørvik offers excellent opportunities for both young and old.
Housing development projects
Facts and figures about Rørvik
Rørvik is home to the Norwegian Coastal Museum, which, in addition to showcasing the region’s rich coastal culture and history over 10,000 years, is considered one of the Norwegian coast’s most spectacular buildings.
About Rørvik
Location
Rørvik is located in Namdalen in northern Trøndelag. It was granted city status in 2020 and is the administrative centre of the municipality of Nærøysund.
Population
3,700 in Rørvik and 10,000 in the municipality (SSB, 2023)
Services
Nearby amenities in Rørvik include doctor’s offices, a child health centre, dentists, community centre, bank, the AMFI Rørvik shopping centre, library and swimming pool, as well as a petrol station and several grocery stores.
Kindergartens and schools
Rørvik primary and lower secondary school (1st-10th grade) and Ytre Namdal upper secondary school.
Rørvik also has several kindergartens: Tårnet kindergarten and Heimen kindergarten, the private kindergartens of Steinalderskogen, Rørvik sports kindergarten and Heimtun kindergarten, as well as the outdoor kindergartens of Bikuben and Bergheim.
Public transportation
Rørvik is a transportation hub in the region, with daily bus and speedboat connections to neighbouring municipalities and Namsos.
Hurtigruten also stops here and there are several daily flights between Rørvik, Namsos and Trondheim.