Hørdum stone

The stone exhibits carved illustrations depicting Thor fishing for Jörmungandr, the Midgard serpent, with Thor's feet breaking through the boat bottom.

Discovered in 1954 during trench work at Hørdum Church, the stone had previously served as a step in the church building.

The carved scene represents a key narrative from Norse mythology, showing Thor's encounter with the World Serpent during a fishing expedition.

Visitors can examine this historical artifact at its original location in Hørdum Church, situated 20 kilometers southwest of Thisted in northern Denmark.

This picture stone stands as the only example in Denmark portraying the specific mythological narrative from Hymiskviða involving Thor's fishing adventure.

Location: Thisted Municipality

GPS coordinates: 56.84389,8.51278

Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:15