Blomsholm

Blomsholm is an archaeological site in Strömstad Municipality with several prehistoric structures from the Bronze and Iron Ages. The area contains a roughly 41 meter-long stone ship made with standing stones, a stone circle with ten boulders, and surrounding burial grounds.

The site was created during the Bronze and Iron Ages as a burial ground for regional communities. In 1718, Charles XII used the manor house here as a field hospital during his military campaign against Norway.

The stone circle with ten large boulders arranged around a central stone reflects how Bronze and Iron Age communities honored their deceased. This layout shows religious beliefs that remain visible in the landscape today.

A marked cultural trail connects the parking area to the main structures including the stone ship, stone circle, and burial grounds. The path is easy to walk and allows visitors to explore the different archaeological areas at their own pace.

The heritage building Statarlängan from 1899 preserves a fully furnished apartment showing how the last steward lived in 1938. This interior gives a direct glimpse into the daily life of a historical household worker in this region.

Location: Strömstad Municipality

GPS coordinates: 58.96278,11.23861

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:23