Björn Järnsidas Hög (Björn Ironsides Mound)
The suspected burial mound of legendary Viking Björn Ironside.

Viking Age burial mound in Ekerö Municipality, Sweden, believed to be the final resting place of legendary Viking Björn Ironside. It is part of an old collection of graves with around 45 smaller mounds, featuring a restored runestone with ancient inscriptions.

Why Go

⚔️ Explore a significant Viking Age archaeological site linked to Viking lore and history.
📜 See a historic runestone with ancient inscriptions.
🌳 Part of an old collection of graves with around 45 smaller mounds.
🚶 Freely accessible for visitors.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Not well maintained, mostly overgrown by trees and devoid of signage.
👟 Uneven and occasionally muddy terrain.

Tips

👟 Wear sturdy footwear.
🗺️ Mounds are on the right-hand side when driving north up Björn Järnsidas väg.

Cost

💰 Free access.

🅿️ Parking Free roadside parking available.

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