Hedeby

The medieval settlement spans 24 hectares along the Schlei estuary, featuring reconstructed Viking houses and protective semicircular earthen ramparts.

Founded in the late 8th century, Hedeby developed into a major trading center connecting Western Europe with Scandinavia until its abandonment in the 11th century.

The settlement housed craftsmen producing textiles, iron works, and jewelry, while merchants traded goods from distant regions including furs, amber, and slaves.

The Viking Museum at Hedeby displays archaeological findings, including tools, weapons, and everyday objects excavated from the settlement since 1900.

Arab chronicler Al-Tartushi documented life in Hedeby during the 10th century, describing local customs and trading practices of the Norse inhabitants.

Location: Busdorf

Operator: Stiftung Schleswig-Holsteinische Landesmuseen

Part of: Archaeological Border complex of Hedeby and the Danevirke

Address: Am Haddebyer Noor 32, 4866 Busdorf

Phone: +494621813122

Email: service@landesmuseen.sh

Website: http://schloss-gottorf.de/haithabu

GPS coordinates: 54.49111,9.56528

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:38