Sagaholm

The central burial mound at Sagaholm features a circle of sandstone slabs, with archaeological evidence indicating approximately 100 slabs were originally present at the site.

Dating from 1700-500 BCE, this Nordic Bronze Age tumulus contains four additional graves that were added 1500 years after the initial construction.

The site preserves 45 graves, with 18 of them containing petroglyphs that depict various scenes including ships, animals, and human figures from ancient times.

Archaeological artifacts and remains discovered at Sagaholm are currently displayed in the Jönköpings County Museum, offering visitors detailed insights into Bronze Age practices.

Located at precise coordinates of 57.746389°N and 14.172222°E, this burial ground represents a significant archaeological discovery in southeastern Sweden.

Location: Jönköping Municipality

GPS coordinates: 57.74639,14.17222

Latest update: March 11, 2025 22:42