landsbygdsområder
Landsbygdsområder are rural areas typically found outside larger cities, characterized by low population density, large geographic size relative to inhabitants, and a landscape dominated by agriculture, forestry, and countryside activities. The term is used in several Nordic languages to describe peripheral or non-urban parts of a country, where settlements are often dispersed and services are distributed over wide areas.
Common features of landsbygdsområder include aging or declining populations and a tendency for younger residents to
Infrastructure and connectivity are central policy concerns. Roads, rail links, public transport, and especially broadband and
Policy approaches in landsbygdsområder often emphasize diversification, digitalization, and sustainable use of natural resources. Sectoral supports