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!
Read more ...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!
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.
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Vånsjöåsen & Vånsjö mill
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 [...]
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Runestone at Sundet, Långtora village
With rune stone dimensions measured, this is an extremely minimalist rune stone. No intricate loops or intricate borders, but the grate has settled for a cross and a single rhinestone row on the high, smooth stone.
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Altuna Runestone
At the Altuna stone you will see exciting picture stories from the Viking Age fairy tale world.
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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.
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Morgongåva viking area
The entire Fjärdhundraland is filled with history. In Morgongåva, a group of enthusiasts have made the story extra accessible in what is called Morgongåva Viking area. Within the area there are not only rune stones, but also burial mounds, tar piles and other exciting ones. See also Morgongåvas new runstone
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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.
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Runestone in Isby
Runstone in Forsby
Beside the road is a large cross-spruce ridge that tells us that Frögärd left the stone behind his husband Igul. At the end of the 19th century, it was on the hair that this stone was transported away to Skansen in Stockholm, but the Mjölk company in Forsby, who considered that the stone was on their land, put an end to the increase. U1154
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The runestones in Brunnby
At a few hundred meters distance from each other, two rune stones stand, both of which are ridden by women.
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Shooters' Leap
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 [...]
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Runstone at Österunda church
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.
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