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Archaeological site · Aalborg, Jutlândia do Norte
Lindholm Høje
On the hill above Nørresundby, on the other side of the Limfjord, about 700 graves from the Iron Age and the Viking Age, many marked with stones arranged in the shape of boats, and a museum beside them.
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About Lindholm Høje
Lindholm Høje is one of the largest Viking Age burial sites in Scandinavia. It sits on a hill north of the Limfjord, in Nørresundby, facing Aalborg. The sand carried by the wind at the end of the Viking Age covered the site and preserved it until the excavations of the 1950s, which revealed about 700 graves and the remains of a village.
The oldest graves, at the top of the hill, date from the 5th century; the more recent ones, lower down, are from the Viking Age, between the 9th and 11th centuries. Many are marked with stones arranged in circles, triangles or in the shape of boats, the so-called stone ships, one of the best-preserved groups of this type. The stones lie scattered across the grass, with sheep grazing around, and the view reaches the fjord and Aalborg.
The Lindholm Høje museum next door displays objects found in the excavations, reconstructions of the village and of Viking life in the region. One of the most curious discoveries was a ploughed field buried by sand, with the plough marks preserved.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
1 hour for the site; plus 45 minutes for the museum.
Best time
On clear days, late in the afternoon, with low light over the stones. The site is outdoors and open; the museum has reduced hours in winter. Check before you go.
How to get there
In Nørresundby, about 3 km north of Aalborg's center, across the bridge over the Limfjord. City buses depart from the center; there is a bike path for cyclists.
Tip
Start at the top of the hill, where the oldest graves are, and walk down to the stone ships. Bring a warm layer: the wind blows strongly on the hill.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Lindholm Høje
What are the stone ships?
Graves marked with stones arranged in the shape of a ship, typical of the Viking Age.
How many graves are there at Lindholm Høje?
About 700, from the 5th to the 11th centuries.
How to get there from the centre of Aalborg?
By city bus or bicycle, about 3 km, crossing the Limfjord to Nørresundby.