Stordal

Here, between high mountains and deep fjords, you will find some areas with fairly flat land – rare and valuable pockets in the otherwise dramatic landscape. It was precisely in such places that farms grew up, and over time some developed into small towns. We are now passing Stordal, a good example of this. Stordal is located at the very end of the Storfjord and has long been a natural meeting point and trading place in the region. The area has a rich agricultural history, and the village is known for both its beautiful cultural landscape and strong craft traditions. In recent times, Stordal has also become known for furniture production, and the traditional craft lives on in modern forms. A distinctive feature of the village is Rosekyrkja – Stordal’s old church from 1789 – which is beautifully decorated with rose painting and historical motifs. The church is today a museum and symbolizes the village’s pride and history.