Himmelstalund

Himmelstalund is an archaeological park in Norrköping with more than 1,600 rock carvings from the Bronze Age. The northern section features open green spaces, while the southern area contains facilities for different sports and recreational activities.

The rock carvings were created during the Bronze Age roughly 3,600 years ago. The site was first studied scientifically in 1871, marking the start of more intensive archaeological investigation.

The rock carvings show scenes of daily life from the Bronze Age, such as people hunting or traveling by boat. They offer a window into what ancient Scandinavians valued and how they saw their world.

The park is easily reached from the parking area at Himmelstalundsbadet along Riksvägen. Most paths are flat and allow for a relaxed walk through both sections of the park.

Around 60 panels of rock art form one of the densest collections of Bronze Age carvings across Scandinavia. This high concentration of ancient depictions in a small area is rare and makes the site particularly valuable.

Location: Norrköping Municipality

GPS coordinates: 58.59336,16.14503

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:02