Bårby borg, Iron Age fortress near Bårby, Sweden.
The fortress extends 150 meters in diameter with a semicircular stone wall built along the natural limestone cliff edge.
The fortress underwent two settlement periods, first during the Migration Period in the 5th century and later during medieval times.
Archaeologists discovered multiple artifacts including dress clasps, knives, combs, and pottery within the fortress walls.
Visitors can park directly next to the fortress and access the site through an entrance near the information board.
A Byzantine gold coin from Emperor Justinian's reign between 518-527 AD was found during excavations at the site.
GPS coordinates: 56.50221,16.42539
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:21
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