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    Explore Trondheim

    Discover Trondheim in Euro Truck Simulator 2 Nordic Horizons

    The upcoming Nordic Horizons DLC for Euro Truck Simulator 2 invites drivers to explore the stunning city of Trondheim. This preview showcases its rich history and reveals new oversized cargo routes available for players who own the Special Transport DLC.

    A Glimpse into Trondheim’s History and Landmarks

    Founded in 997 by Viking king Olav Tryggvason, Trondheim boasts over a thousand years of history. The city’s in-game recreation pays meticulous attention to detail, allowing familiar players to recognize key locations.

    Detailed street view of Trondheim in ETS2
    Explore the streets of Trondheim, recreated with high detail.

    Northern Trondheim: A Hub of Activity

    The northern part of the city features a unique two-story roundabout along the Rv706, connecting surface roads to a tunnel leading into the center. This area also includes a shopping mall, the town hall, and Leangen train station, all positioned authentically.

    Two-story roundabout in Trondheim Nordic Horizons DLC
    The complex two-story roundabout is a key navigation point.

    The Historic Port and Cultural Center

    Following the Rv706 leads to the port area, home to the historic Dora submarine pens. Nearby, drivers will find the Trondheim Maritime Center, a local factory, and a popular waterfront sauna, all faithfully replicated from their real-life counterparts.

    Trondheim port with Dora submarine pens in ETS2
    The historic port area, featuring the Dora submarine pens.

    Authentic Details for an Immersive Experience

    The map designers have enhanced immersion with smaller architectural details. These include a utility building near the port shaped like a submarine sail and several sculptures adorning a nearby roundabout.

    Submarine sail-shaped utility building in Trondheim ETS2
    Unique submarine-themed architecture.
    Sculpture on a roundabout in Nordic Horizons DLC
    Artistic details bring the city to life.

    Trondheim: Norway’s Key Transport Hub

    As a major transport link between southern and northern Norway, Trondheim offers diverse cargo opportunities. Deliveries can be made to a supermarket, scrapyard, furniture factory, quarry, construction site, river port, and paper mill. The new dynamic cargo loading and unloading feature is active at the river port (loading), construction site, and paper mill (unloading).

    Dynamic cargo unloading at a paper mill in ETS2
    Experience dynamic unloading at the paper mill.
    Quarry industry site in Trondheim Nordic Horizons
    The local quarry is one of many industries to serve.

    New Special Transport Routes in Nordic Horizons

    For drivers who own the Special Transport DLC, the Euro Truck Simulator 2 Nordic Horizons expansion introduces five new challenging oversized cargo routes. These jobs feature escort vehicles and police support for safe delivery.

    Oversized cargo transport with escorts in Nordic Horizons
    Haul massive loads with the help of escort vehicles.

    The expansion also adds new cargo types, including the Wind Turbine Blade and the Underground Loader. More details on these are available in a dedicated blog post.

    Transporting a Wind Turbine Blade in ETS2
    New cargo: the challenging Wind Turbine Blade.
    Hauling an Underground Loader in Special Transport DLC
    New cargo: the heavy Underground Loader.

    These high-reward jobs test a driver’s skill, requiring careful manoeuvring through tight turns and difficult terrain. The five new Special Transport routes are:

    • Jyväskylä to Vaasa (Finland)
    • Kuopio to Kajaani (Finland)
    • Oulu to Rovaniemi (Finland)
    • Narvik to Kiruna (Norway to Sweden)
    • Trondheim to Östersund (Norway to Sweden)

    Drivers who do not own the Special Transport DLC can purchase it on Steam to take on these challenging jobs.

    To explore Trondheim and the rest of Scandinavia, add the Nordic Horizons DLC to your Steam Wishlist. Follow Euro Truck Simulator 2 on X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube, or sign up for the newsletter for more updates. See you on the road!

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