Hellig Kvinde

The archaeological area contains eleven granite monoliths arranged in an oval formation, with nine stones forming a distinct ring pattern near the river mouth.

The arrangement of standing stones at Hellig Kvinde, dating from the Neolithic period, represents early human settlements and ceremonial practices in Scandinavian prehistory.

Local narratives explain that the largest stone symbolizes a woman while smaller stones represent her children, who according to tradition turned to stone for protection.

The protected monument maintains informational signs and hiking paths for visitors exploring the archaeological landscapes of the Bornholm regional municipality.

Sailors traditionally addressed respectful greetings to the Holy Woman and her children stones when passing by the coastal monument in their vessels.

Location: Bornholm regional municipality

GPS coordinates: 55.14952,15.09227

Latest update: March 8, 2025 09:53