Sørmarka Arena, Indoor ice rink and multi-purpose hall in Stavanger, Norway.
Sørmarka Arena is a modern ice hall and multi-purpose venue in Stavanger with several functional areas. The building contains a 400-meter speed skating track, an ice hockey rink, six curling sheets, a practice zone for beginners, a climbing wall reaching about 18 meters (60 feet), a fitness room, a café, and a specialized ice skating equipment shop.
The facility opened in 2010 and became part of the Folkehallene network of modern multi-purpose halls in Norway. Its creation marked an important moment for Stavanger and regional sports infrastructure.
The facility is a gathering place where locals train in ice sports and climbing, shaping the leisure habits of Stavanger residents. It draws people of all ages who come to develop skills and spend time together.
Different sections of the facility are used at different times for various activities, so it helps to check schedules in advance. Bring comfortable clothes and suitable footwear, as you may need to move between different ice rinks or training areas.
The building can reconfigure its layout to host large events, and in 2010 was adapted with special staging to accommodate thousands of visitors for a major concert. This demonstrates how flexibly the space can be transformed for different purposes.
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