Amal awakens to the soothing voice of Marja Mortensson, a nurturing mother figure from the Sami Community. The familiar melody of a traditional Joik song guides Amal across the river towards a gathering of pilgrims. Together they walk through the gardens of Nidaros Cathedral to the opening of Olavsfest.

It is always free to walk with Amal. We ask you to donate what you can.

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Amal ventured into the unfamiliar surroundings of the centre of Trondheim. Eager to reconnect with a sense of belonging, she embarked on a search for the familiar and discovered community among strangers.

It is always free to walk with Amal. We ask you to donate what you can.

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The residents of Trondheim have been meticulously organising a surprise celebration for Amal, crafting presents, rehearsing songs and practicing dances. Everyone hides together in the Borggården Courtyard at the Archbishop’s Palace, ready to give Amal a surprise…

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Amal arrives by boat to the faraway island of Sula. She walks through the village with communities from Sula and the surrounding islands who have all come together to welcome Amal.

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In a place just outside Trondheim’s city centre Amal feels overwhelmed in an unfamiliar land. She meets young people with similar stories to her own and finds comfort as they dance and play together.

It is always free to walk with Amal. We ask you to donate what you can.

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Amal arrives by the river Nidelven, greeted by school children who have made over 1000 handmade flowers, fish, butterflies and birds. Amazed at the natural world around her, she opens a magical music box and its melodies fill the air…

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Amal can see boats in the distance, filled with the farmers of Trondheim surroundings and their beautiful harvest food. Together, Amal and the farmers parade towards the Royal Residence in the centre of Trondheim.

It is always free to walk with Amal. We ask you to donate what you can.

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With a heavy heart, Amal bids goodbye to Trondheim. She boards a boat, but not before strolling through a vibrant food festival. The farmers from across the Trondheim region gift her baskets filled with nourishing food to sustain her on next long journey…

It is always free to walk with Amal. We ask you to donate what you can.

Read more about this event HERE.

Olavsfest is a values-based cultural festival taking place in Trondheim, Norway every summer.

https://olavsfest.no/en/