Leirfall rock art site

The Leirfall archaeological site contains approximately 900 rock carvings spread across several fields on the elevated terrain at 40 meters above sea level.

Initial discoveries of the petroglyphs occurred between 1905 and 1910, with the main field containing over 650 figures discovered in 1951 and excavated until 1959.

The carved figures at Leirfall include a notable procession of 13 human figures combined with representations of the sun, horses, boats, and numerous footprint symbols.

The Norwegian state maintains ownership of this archaeological site since 1972, providing visitor facilities including informational signs and designated parking areas.

Footprints comprise twenty percent of all carved figures at this location, representing one of the largest collections of prehistoric rock art in Nordic countries.

Location: Stjørdal Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 40 m

GPS coordinates: 63.46934,11.16374

Latest update: March 14, 2025 02:35