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The excavated wooden ship remains rest at an elevation of 24 meters, revealing construction techniques from the early medieval period of Nordic seafaring.

The discovery in 2018 unveiled a burial vessel dating back over 1300 years, adding to the collection of maritime archaeological findings in the region.

The grave goods found within the ship structure indicate specific burial practices and social hierarchies present in Norse maritime communities.

The archaeological site maintains restricted access under Norwegian preservation laws, requiring special permits for research and excavation activities.

Researchers examine the structural composition of the recovered vessel to determine connections with other Nordic ship construction methods of the period.

Location: Karmøy Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 24 m

GPS coordinates: 59.38377,5.27353

Latest update: October 13, 2025 15:59