Smøla, Norwegian island in Møre og Romsdal county
Smøla is an archipelago in Norway comprising one main landmass and over 5,000 smaller islands covering approximately 281 square kilometers. A network of roads with bridges connects the inhabited sections, allowing movement between settlements and communities.
Human settlement on the island dates back about 8,000 years, with evidence of the Fosna culture of hunter-gatherers from the Stone Age. The region later developed into a center of fishing and maritime activities that continue to shape the economy today.
The island communities maintain a deep connection to the sea through fishing traditions and local craftsmanship that remain visible in daily life. This maritime heritage shapes how settlements cluster along the coastlines and how residents interact with their environment.
Getting around is straightforward since roads and bridges connect most settlements, and access by car or rental vehicle is easy. Ferry connections to the nearby Edøya island provide additional links with regular services available throughout the day.
Since 2002, the island hosts 68 wind turbines generating 150 megawatts of power, marking Norway's first large-scale wind installation. The turbines are visible from many parts of the archipelago and have become a defining feature of the landscape.
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