Parking in Steinkjer
Steinkjer municipality manages more than 2,600 municipal parking spaces in and around the town centre, including on-street parking, surface car parks and parking garages. Most spaces are chargeable Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00, while the ski stadium and the Hoøya and Paradisbukta bathing areas are chargeable all week, year-round. The most central streets offer up to one hour of free parking. Note the no-parking zone signed at every entrance to the town centre.
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- Zones
- 5
- Average price
- 30–39 kr/hour; 32–60 kr per 24 hrs
- Free parking
- Yes, in places
- Apps
- EasyPark, ParkLink
Parking zones in Steinkjer
Overview of paid parking zones in Steinkjer, with price per hour, maximum time and validity.
| Zone | Area | Price | Max time | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town centre | Central streets and car parks; check the zone and signs on site | All vehicles: Lower rate (7802): 30 kr for the first hour, then 60 kr per 24 hrs. Higher rate (7803): 39 kr/hour. Sannan South (7810): 32 kr per 24 hrs. | No time limit in paid spaces. Free: zone 7806, maximum 1 hour; zone 7809, maximum 2 hours. | Mon–Fri: 08:00–17:00 Sat: Free unless signs state otherwise Sun: Free (except the ski stadium, Hoøya and Paradisbukta) |
Last updated: 2026-08-21 · Source: Steinkjer municipality — Parking in Steinkjer
Resident parking
Information on resident parking in Steinkjer is being added.
The national framework for the scheme (resident permits, who can apply) is on the residential-zone parking page.
Car parks in Steinkjer
The largest car parks in Steinkjer, with prices and opening hours.
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Dampsaga Parking Garage
Steinkjer municipalityMunicipal parking garage. An annual pass for the garages costs 7,000 kr and is valid only in the garages.
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Måsøra Parking Garage
Steinkjer municipalityOpened 12 January 2026. 276 spaces, including 14 accessible spaces, charging and the option to park for several days. Annual garage pass: 7,000 kr.
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Free parking
On-street parking in Steinkjer is normally free in the evening, at night and on Sundays and public holidays — but the charging hours are set by the municipality and shown on the sign, so always check the signs. Car parks and garages usually charge around the clock. The most reliable free options are park-and-ride sites and time-limited parking-disc spaces.
- Zone 7806: up to 1 hour free, and zone 7809: up to 2 hours free — record your arrival using a parking disc, EasyPark or ParkLink.
- Commuter parking at Steinkjer station (Bane NOR): 100 kr per 24 hrs with a season ticket; free from 17:00 to 05:00.
- Thon Senter Steinkjer (formerly AMFI, Sjøfartsgata 2): 2 hours free, operated by TimePark.
EV charging and parking
The municipality has Zaptec charge points (without fixed cables) at, among other locations, Steinkjer Town Hall (Kongens gate 39), Teleplassen (Strandgata 3), Guldbergaunet stadium, Egge kindergarten and Steinkjersannan kindergarten. EVs receive no parking discount: pay the normal parking charge shown on signs plus electricity (listed as 3 kr/kWh — check the current rate). Start charging in the EasyPark app.
Electric and hydrogen cars now normally pay the ordinary charge on municipal parking. There is no national free-or-discount rule — each municipality decides for itself whether to grant an exemption (Parking Regulations § 34), and more and more charge the full price. Check locally.
The national EV rules (charging bay vs. parking space, cross-parking, why the price varies) are on the EV parking page.
Disabled parking
For disabled motorists with a parking permit — check signs and the municipal parking page for current accessible-parking rules.
The national disabled-parking rules (what the card gives you, applying, double time) are on the disabled parking page.
Common mistakes and fines
| Offence | Amount | Type | Appeal deadline | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breach of the Parking Regulations (lower rate) | 330 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
| Breach of the Parking Regulations (standard rate, e.g. non-payment or overstaying) | 660 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
| Parking in an accessible bay without a valid permit (higher rate) | 990 kr | Other | 21 days | Parking Regulations, section 36 |
Apps and payment methods
- EasyPark easypark.com — Municipal payment solution. EasyPark and ParkLink add a service fee. Both can also be used as a digital parking disc in free spaces.
Parking authority contact
- Steinkjer municipality (Service Centre)
- Phone: 74 16 90 00
- Municipal parking page →
Frequently asked questions
Is there free parking in Steinkjer town centre?
Zone 7806 offers up to one hour free and zone 7809 up to two hours free. Use a parking disc, EasyPark or ParkLink to record your arrival. The ski stadium and the Hoøya and Paradisbukta bathing areas have their own charges.
What is Steinkjer's no-parking zone?
At every entrance to the town centre you pass a zone sign which means parking is generally prohibited throughout the area, regardless of direction of travel. You may park only where signs permit it. There is a similar zone at Guldbergaunet.
Where can I use commuter parking in Steinkjer?
At Steinkjer station, Bane NOR offers commuter parking for 100 kr per 24 hrs to passengers with a valid season ticket. It is free between 17:00 and 05:00. Pay in Bane NOR's parking app.
Does Steinkjer have parking garages?
Yes. The municipality operates Dampsaga Parking Garage and Måsøra Parking Garage by Strandvegen. Måsøra opened in January 2026 with 276 spaces, 14 accessible spaces, charging and 24-hour access. An annual pass for the garages costs 7,000 kr and is valid only in the garages.
Is EV charging charged for in Steinkjer?
Yes. EVs receive no parking discount: you pay the normal parking charge shown on signs plus electricity (listed as 3 kr/kWh). The municipality has charge points at, among other locations, the town hall, Teleplassen and Guldbergaunet stadium; charging is managed in EasyPark.