Valsgärde

The grave field contains 92 burials, including 15 boat graves, 62 cremation sites, and various chamber tombs spread across the ancient settlement area.

During the Iron Age between 400 and 1100 AD, Valsgärde served as a burial place for wealthy warriors, with the first boat burial occurring in the 600s.

The burial methods at Valsgärde evolved from cremation to boat graves, demonstrating changes in social status and burial traditions of Nordic communities.

Located three kilometers north of Old Uppsala, the site contains visible mounds, elongated depressions, and preserved grave structures from different periods.

The boat graves contained weapons, household items, animal remains, and decorated helmets that match artifacts found at Sutton Hoo in England.

Location: Uppsala Municipality

Part of: Gustavianum

Address: Fullerö 151, SE-755 94

GPS coordinates: 59.92611,17.62639

Latest update: May 13, 2025 13:52