elvestasjoners
Elvestasjoners, often translated as "river stations," are structures historically built along rivers or waterways. Their primary purpose varied depending on the region and time period, but commonly they served as points of control, trade, or infrastructure development. In some contexts, elvestasjoners were established to manage river traffic, collecting tolls or regulating the passage of boats. They could also function as defensive outposts, guarding strategic river crossings or vital supply routes.
Furthermore, these stations played a role in early industrial activities. Water-powered machinery often required a stable