Bakklandet is also known as the oldest part of the city centre. It is the name for the colourful wooden houses and narrow streets along the east side of river Nid, right where the Old Town Bridge from 1861 is located. The red Old Town Bridge was first constructed as a draw bridge in 1681 after the big fire. The area is most charming and has a special atmosphere. Here you will also find the first bicycle lift in the world called “Trampe”.