Frösö Runestone

The Frösö Runestone stands in front of Landstingsborgen, displaying carved runes and a serpent design biting its own tail on granite stone. The monument combines Norse symbolism with early Christian meaning in its composition.

The stone was created between 1030 and 1050 and records the Christianization of Jämtland through an inscription commissioned by Austmaðr. This period marked a turning point in the region's shift from pagan traditions to Christianity.

The inscription represents the first written record in the ancient Jamtlandic dialect and contains the earliest documented mention of Jämtland. It reflects a moment when the region adopted the Christian faith.

The stone is located about 2 kilometers from Östersund center and can be reached by following signs to Landstingsborgen on Frösön island. The surrounding area provides easy access and good visibility for visitors exploring the monument.

This monument holds the position of the northernmost raised runestone in the world and remains the only runic inscription discovered in Jämtland. This rare combination makes it an extraordinary witness to Scandinavian expansion northward.

Location: Östersund Municipality

Inception: 1050s

GPS coordinates: 63.18340,14.61866

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03