Rock Carvings in Tanum

The rock art collection spans across 600 panels within a 25-kilometer stretch, featuring thousands of petroglyphs carved into granite surfaces.

Created between 1800 and 500 BC during the Bronze Age, these petroglyphs document the daily activities and beliefs of ancient Nordic communities.

The carvings depict numerous boats, warriors, hunting scenes, farming activities, and ceremonial gatherings that reveal the social structure of prehistoric societies.

The Vitlycke Museum functions as the primary visitor center, offering guided tours and educational exhibits about the archaeological discoveries.

The site contains a 22-meter-high rock panel named Vitlyckehäll, which displays 300 individual carvings representing various scenes from Bronze Age life.

GPS coordinates: 58.70027,11.33455

Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:15