Björn Järnsidas hög, Viking burial mound in Ekerö Municipality, Sweden
Björn Järnsidas hög is a Viking Age burial mound in Ekerö Municipality that rises from the woods near Husby gård farmstead. The earthen structure forms one element within a broader archaeological landscape containing numerous similar grave mounds.
The mound dates from the 9th to 10th centuries, a period of intense Viking activity in the Mälaren region. This era marked a significant phase of expansion and settlement in Uppland.
This burial site is part of a cluster of grave mounds that reveal how Vikings honored their dead through earthen monuments. The grouping shows family connections and the importance they placed on shared burial grounds.
The site is located along Björn Järnsidas väg road heading north and offers free access for visitors. Wear sturdy footwear, as the wooded surroundings can be uneven and occasionally muddy.
A restored runestone at the site bears an ancient inscription mentioning breath and God. This carving provides written evidence of Viking Age beliefs that many visitors overlook.
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