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Altuna Runestone, Viking runestone at Altuna Church, Sweden

The granite stone measures 1.95 meters in height and contains runic inscriptions alongside mythological depictions carved into its surface.

The runestone, discovered in 1918 embedded in a chapel wall, dates to 1100 CE and belongs to the collection of Uppland runic inscriptions.

The stone features illustrations from Norse mythology, specifically showing Thor fishing for the Midgard Serpent using an ox head as bait.

Visitors can find the runestone near Altuna Church in Enköping Municipality, at coordinates 59.819472 latitude and 16.93175 longitude.

The inscription mentions Holmfastr and his son Arnfastr, suggesting they met their end through fire during common Scandinavian feuds.

Location: Enköping Municipality

Inception: 11 century

GPS coordinates: 59.81947,16.93175

Latest update: May 13, 2025 17:27

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