Arkils tingstad

The site contains a rectangular stone formation and two runestones, positioned near Lake Mälaren in the Stockholm region.

Dating from the Viking Age around 1010, this location functioned as an assembly point where local leaders gathered to make decisions and administer justice.

The runestones at Arkils tingstad were carved by a runemaster named Gunnar and display inscriptions commemorating individuals of the Skålhamra clan.

Visitors can access the archaeological remains and examine the ancient stone formations that demonstrate early Scandinavian construction techniques.

The site marks the transition between Norse paganism and Christianity, as it served as a location for both traditional assemblies and early baptismal ceremonies.

GPS coordinates: 59.51596,18.05384

Latest update: March 4, 2025 21:00