Jernaldergarden Stavanger

Jernaldergarden Stavanger is an archaeological site with three reconstructed longhouses positioned on a hillside overlooking Hafrsfjord. The buildings are based on excavation findings and provide insight into farm life in southwestern Norway during the Migration Period.

Archaeological excavations in 1967 and 1968 uncovered the remains of farming structures from the 4th and 5th centuries during the Migration Period. These discoveries helped researchers understand daily life in this region during that early era.

The reconstructed houses show how people built with stone and wooden posts that held up large roofs, using methods from over 1500 years ago.

The site sits on a hillside, so visitors should expect some elevation gain when walking around the grounds. A visitor center with exhibitions, restrooms, and a café is open during warmer months, making it convenient to spend a few hours exploring the reconstructed buildings.

The reconstructed buildings contain original fire pits discovered during excavations that still work today, showing visitors how people heated their homes over 1500 years ago. These authentic hearths provide a direct connection to the daily routines and domestic life of these early communities.