Håstein

Håstein is a small village located in Sør-Trøndelag county, Norway. It is situated in the municipality of Åfjord, approximately 25 kilometers northwest of the town of Årnäs. The village lies just north of the Bjugdalen valley and has a modest population.

The name "Håstein" is derived from the Old Norse words "hǫ" and "stein," meaning "rock" or "stone place". This refers to the numerous rocks and boulders found in the surrounding area. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Along with the larger town of Årnäs and the village of Gimse, Håstein forms part of a relatively remote and rural area within the Åfjord municipality. Economic activities in the region focus on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale industry.

The settlement lies just to the east of the European Route E39, a major highway that connects Norway to the surrounding regions. The closest airfields are located in Trondheim (Runway 20), approximately 70 kilometers to the southeast. Rail transport is not available directly at Håstein; various public transportation alternatives serve the nearby locations, offering routes that traverse the entire Sør-Trøndelag county.

Generally, the atmosphere within the community of Håstein is described as rural and peaceful, away from the hustle of urban areas.