It is famous for its unusual location.
Stadium Idrettslag in the small fishing village of Henningsvær, which occupies two small Islands in the Norwegian archipelago of Lofoten. It hardly can be called a stadium, as there is no crowd — only a few meters of asphalt around the field. The site is used only for Amateur football, but a majestic location has already glorified Idrettslag all over the world. A dream to play football on such an unusual site.
The stadium is located on a rocky islet, surrounded by the stunning scenery of dramatic mountains with jagged peaks, open sea and bays. The football field was laid on the solid rock in the southern part of the island of Henningsvær and has quickly gained world popularity due to the dramatic location. Around the perimeter of the field a paved strip of asphalt, which serves simultaneously as stands, Parking areas and car Parking. Tiny stadium capacity seems to be sufficient, as in the village of Henningsvær is home to about 500 residents.
As coverage of the field is artificial turf, as a natural lawn will not survive in such harsh conditions. The stadium is primarily used by the representatives of the Amateur club Henningsvar IL to teach football to local children and to hold friendly matches. He even has lighting masts for evening games. Thus, in the list of the most famous stadiums in the world appeared another newcomer.
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