Tirslund Rock, Protected glacial erratic in Tirslund Plantage, Denmark.
The granite stone measures 3.5 meters in height with a circumference of 16 meters, weighing approximately 340 tons.
In 1832, Danish authorities established protection measures for Tirslund Rock, recognizing its geological and historical importance within the region.
According to regional tales, King Harald Bluetooth planned to transport the rock as a memorial for his parents at Jelling burial site.
The boulder sits at coordinates 55°29′26″N and 8°57′32″E, accessible through marked paths in Tirslund Plantation near Brørup.
During the late 1700s, a local pastor attempted to split the rock using explosives, resulting in minor damage to its upper section.
Location: Vejen Municipality
GPS coordinates: 55.49047,8.95902
Latest update: March 14, 2025 09:47
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