Kasteområdene
Kasteområdene, meaning "casting areas" in Norwegian, refers to specific designated zones within municipalities that are intended for the disposal of casting materials, primarily from churches and other religious institutions. These areas are established to manage the environmental impact of disposing of religious relics and consecrated items that are no longer in use or are being replaced.
The practice of setting aside special disposal sites stems from the need to treat these materials with
The specific materials typically disposed of in Kasteområdene include old vestments, damaged church furnishings, liturgical objects
The location and management of these areas are usually overseen by local church authorities in cooperation