The Rock Art of Alta

The collection includes 3000 carvings depicting humans, animals, and hunting scenes spread across multiple locations along the Alta Fjord.

The carvings date from 4200 BC to 200 AD, discovered in 1950 when a local farmer found engravings while working in a potato field.

The petroglyphs show prehistoric life through detailed representations of hunting, fishing, rituals, and gatherings of Stone Age communities in Northern Europe.

The Alta Rock Art Centre provides self-guided tours with map booklets and audio guides during the snow-free months between May and October.

The elevation differences between carvings reach 26 meters, allowing archaeologists to date them based on their position relative to ancient sea levels.

GPS coordinates: 69.94802,23.18648

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:18