Wikingersiedlung von Füsing

The Viking settlement at Füsing is an archaeological site containing remains of longhouses, pit dwellings, and other structures spread across the area near where the Füsinger Au river meets the water. The foundations and remains show how buildings were arranged and how large they once were.

The settlement served as a garrison and naval station from the 8th century until the 10th century, positioned strategically along the Schlei waterway. Its location made it a key control point for the region during this period.

The name Füsing comes from Old Norse words meaning bay, reflecting its location near water. Visitors can sense how central the river was to the daily life and survival of those who lived here.

Access to the site is governed by preservation rules and requires checking in advance before visiting. Wear weather-appropriate clothing since the open terrain is exposed to the elements.

Excavations between 2010 and 2014 uncovered bronze casting tools, iron nails, arrowheads, and trade goods showing craft specialization and long-distance connections. The quantity and variety of these finds reveal the site was economically important, not just militarily significant.