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Fremont Troll

Washington · United States

9 story sections

The Fremont Troll, this is not a guaranteed stop, if parking is available and gueste want to stop, we stop, as there isn't much room to stop and is patrolled by traffic cops and complaining neighbors.

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Contents

9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Fremont Troll

    Welcome, curious traveler, to the self proclaimed center of the universe. We are standing in the vibrant, eclectic neighborhood of Fremont, located in the dynamic city of Seattle, Washington. …

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  2. 2The Approach on Troll Avenue

    As we begin our physical approach along what is now affectionately known as Troll Avenue North, notice the stark transition in the urban environment. You are moving from the bustling, sunlit streets of the Fremont neighborhood…

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  3. 3The Colossal Base at the Troll's Feet

    You have now arrived at the very base of the sculpture, standing quite literally at the feet of the Fremont Troll. Take a step back and tilt your head upward to fully comprehend the staggering magnitude of this creation. …

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  4. 4The Glaring Eye and Furrowed Snout

    Direct your attention now to the most captivating and unsettling feature of the sculpture, the face of the Fremont Troll. The creature is defined by its intense, asymmetrical visage, dominated by a single, brilliantly shining eye…

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  5. 5The Left Hand and the Crushed Volkswagen

    Shift your focus downward and to the left, where the Troll's massive, heavy handed grip is tightly wrapped around an incredibly surprising object. Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you. …

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  6. 6The Right Hand and the Flowing Concrete Hair

    Now, let us move our attention to the right side of the massive figure, examining the troll's right arm and the cascading waves of concrete that form its wild, unkempt hair. While the left hand is engaged in the dramatic action…

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  7. 7The Donation Box and Living Legacy

    As we step slightly away from the immediate shadow of the giant, looking toward the peripheral boundary of the installation, you will notice a modest but highly significant feature a donation box securely mounted near the site.…

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  8. 8The Whimsical Troll's Knoll Park

    For our final stop, let us follow the designated pathways just adjacent to the towering sculpture and step into the delightful area known as the Troll's Knoll. This space represents the beautiful, ongoing expansion of Fremont's…

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  9. 9Closing

    As our comprehensive architectural and historical tour of the Fremont Troll and its surrounding environs draws to a close, it is essential to pause and reflect on the profound significance of what we have explored today. We began…

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What is Fremont Troll?

Fremont Troll is a place in Washington · United States with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationWashington · United States
TypeHeritage
Story sections9
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates47.6511, -122.3475
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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