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Antiquities and archaeology

Fjärdhundraland has a rich history and the memories of our ancestors are everywhere. From the Stone Age to the present, people have lived, worked and traded here, and left their marks. And a lot is still here - runestones along roads that a thousand years ago were Viking-age riding paths, and tombs of ancient great men. Let the wings of history fly!

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Björksta Bronsåldersbygd

Around Björksta church, in the vicinity of Sagån, there are several sites with exciting rock carvings to visit.

Runstenen vid Österunda kyrka

At the bell tower at Österunda Church you will find one of Upplands many rune stones. Like so many other rune stones, it was reused as the threshold of the church when it was built during the Middle Ages.

Hemsta hagar

Hemsta Hagar is a nature reserve with a lot of culture. The pastures are lands that have been grazed for millennia, and with flowers and plants that thrive right here. Further into the pastures you will find a historical jewel - rock carvings that were knocked into a rock during the Bronze Age.

Kälstastenen

On the road between Härkeberga and Skolsta is a rune stone that tells the story of a person who actually lived in this very place, Kälsta, a thousand years ago.

Vånsjöåsen & Vånsjö kvarn

Beautiful nature reserve with a fantastic view of the countryside. Easy walking - discover both plants and remains from the Iron Age. In early spring, the ridge is covered by a purple veil – this is where the most backsippers grow in Uppsala county. The purple beauties thrive on the lean and sunny slopes. Along the ridge there are also a number of ancient remains, a burial ground with stone placements and [...]

Ljudguide: Åsarna nära himlen

Here in Fjärdhundraland it is not hilly. But the ridges have been helpful to both us who want a view, and medieval road users who needed help finding the right way and getting dry-shod. Listen to the story of ridges, created by the ice age!

Skutters skans

Scenic situated ancient castle from the Iron Age. The walls are well visible and the place is a nice destination for both large and small. Skutters skans is one of about 150 ancient cities in Uppland. Here came the people to seek protection from enemies in troubled times. The castle was a safe place for both people and pets from the surrounding [...]

Bökstastenen

A Viking on skis can be seen on Bökstastenen.

Runstenarna i Brunnby

At a few hundred meters distance from each other, two rune stones stand, both of which are ridden by women.

Trestensbacken

Take a journey of discovery among ancient monuments.

Runstenen i Forsby

Beside the road is a large cross-spruce ridge that tells us that Frögärd left the stone behind his husband Igul.

Brandskogsskeppet

A very large rock carving in a beautiful forest landscape.

Runsten i Isby

In the 1000s Torsten made this stone in memory of Halvdan.

Stora Rickebyhällen

Many rock carvings right next to the road.

Morgongåvas nya runsten

A thousand years ago, Ari, who lived at Ramsjö farm, decided to let a runic stone travel in memory of his father. While walking, the stone has found its way to Edinburgh, where it now stands. 2014 a copy of the stone was erected at home in Morgongåva.

Varpsundsstenen

An almost three meter high monument to a Viking disaster.

Morgongåva vikingaområde

Several rune stones and burial mounds.

Västeråkers kyrka

Small medieval church with strong links to the Wik estate. Two rune stones in the cemetery wall.

Äsåsen

Äsåsen is a quiet and restful place about 40 meters above the cultivation area. Here and there, there are viewpoints with wide views over the landscape.

Huddunge kyrkoruin

Nice place for a picnic at the church ruin.

Altunastenen

At the Altuna stone you will see exciting picture stories from the Viking Age fairy tale world.

Bildstenen vid Häggeby kyrka

Right next to the church is a fine picture stone.

Runsten vid Sundet, Långtora by

By rune stone standards, this is a particularly minimalist rune stone.