NTNU Ringve Botanical Garden

Trondheim, Norway

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The NTNU Ringve Botanical Garden in Trondheim, Norway, established in 1973, spans about 32 acres on the Lade peninsula just east of the city center. It is part of the NTNU University Museum and serves as a living collection for research, education, and conservation, featuring a wide variety of plants including trees from the Northern Hemisphere, traditional medicinal plants, and ornamental flowers.

The garden is divided into distinct areas like an arboretum, a systematic garden illustrating plant relationships, a Renaissance-style herb garden, and historical garden sections, all aimed at promoting knowledge about botanical diversity and the ecological importance of plants. It surrounds the Ringve Manor, which is also home to the Ringve Museum of Music and Musical Instruments, adding cultural significance to its natural beauty. 

The garden is publicly accessible and free, welcoming visitors to enjoy its educational and scenic offerings year-round.