Rock Carvings in Tanum

The Rock Carvings in Tanum consist of roughly 600 rock panels containing thousands of petroglyphs carved into granite across a large area. The panels display a wide range of figures and symbols that document life in ancient times.

These carvings were created between 1800 and 500 BC during the Bronze Age, documenting a thousand years of change in society. The rock panels show how life evolved and transformed across many generations.

The carvings show boats, warriors, hunting moments, and ceremonies that reveal how Bronze Age people lived and what mattered to them. Through these images, we can see the social roles and activities that shaped their communities.

The Vitlycke Museum functions as the main visitor center with exhibits that help explain the carvings and their context. Guided walks from the museum are a good way to see the rock panels and learn about what they represent.

One noteworthy panel is called Vitlyckehäll, a massive rock face that holds several hundred individual carvings in a single space. This concentrated display shows the complexity and density of how Bronze Age people recorded their world.

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Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:41