Storås: Trails, Sports and Local History

Storås can be explored through its distinctive landmarks: the town lies at the junction of Fylkesvei 65 and Fylkesvei 701. At Storås, the Skjerva flows down from the west towards the Orkla. There are also hiking trails, sports facilities and an event history shaped by local commitment. If you are looking for a holiday rental in Storås, these different sides of the town can help you work out what you are interested in for your trip: are you more interested in trails and outdoor activities, sports, or the history of local events?

Hiking trails with different options

The existing hiking trail “Tursti fra Storås/sykkelrunde” starts in Storås. It can also be used for cycling with a suitable mountain bike. So if you would like to include a bike ride as well as a hike, this named route gives you an option to consider both activities. Its suitability for cycling is explicitly conditional on using a suitable mountain bike. The trail’s name, starting point and cycling option provide practical guidance for anyone choosing where to stay based on outdoor activities.

Another option is the existing Storås–Jøngfjellet hiking trail. It is used in both summer and winter. This differs from the cycling option on the “Tursti fra Storås/sykkelrunde” trail: for Storås–Jøngfjellet, both seasons are specified; for the other trail, cycling with a suitable mountain bike is mentioned. If you are planning a holiday in Storås, these details can help you consider which trail and activity better match your preferences.

Sports facilities in town

Storåshallen is located on Heggøya in Storås. It was built in 2016 and has a playing area measuring 60 × 40 metres. The hall can be rented; to do so, contact the person responsible for bookings. This makes Storåshallen a specific point of contact for questions about sports and use of the hall. Another sports facility in town is Meldalsbanken Arena, an indoor football hall in Storås. Both are sports halls, but the details about the playing area and rental apply to Storåshallen.

These interests may influence your choice of accommodation: if you are considering Storås because of its sports facilities, you can combine your search for a holiday rental with the question of which activities you want to include in your stay. Storås therefore offers a range of themes to consider when planning your trip, without implying that any particular accommodation is available.

Local commitment and event history

The history of events in Storås has also been shaped by local initiative. After the Storåsfestivalen ended, local enthusiasts and volunteers founded the Storås dansefestival. Also after the Storåsfestivalen ended, local enthusiasts and volunteers founded Storåstreffet for car enthusiasts. The two events reflect different interests: by its name, one festival focuses on dance, while the other gathering is for car enthusiasts. Both are part of Storås’s event history.

Historical accounts of the Jøngfjellmarsjen add to this picture. The 2008 Jøngfjellmarsjen started at the end of Haukliveien, a toll road starting at Storås Trevare. The 2009 Jøngfjellmarsjen covered a 5.8-kilometre route; the event marked the end of a training stay in Storås. These details relate to the specific events and years. They do not automatically describe a current route or upcoming event date. For visitors interested in local history and community activities, however, the two dates offer a concrete glimpse into past events.

Storås brings together a junction of important Fylkesvei roads, the Skjerva flowing towards the Orkla, two named hiking trails, and a range of sports and event-related themes. Depending on whether you are most interested in hiking, cycling with a suitable mountain bike, indoor sports or local event history, there are different reasons to get to know Storås. You can also explore the pages for Drogsetmoen, Løkken Verk and Meldal for information about other places.

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