Gnisvärd Stone Ships
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Ancient stone graves shaped like ships, dating from the late Bronze Age, used for burial and believed to facilitate the journey to the afterlife.

📜 Bronze Age stone ships, among the best preserved on Gotland. Largest ship is 45 meters long, made of about 100 stones.
🔍 Burial sites dating from 1100 to 400 BC, used for important coastal community members.

Why Go

🚢 See unique boat-shaped ancient graves
🚶 Easily accessible by car or bus
📚 Learn about Bronze Age burial rituals and history
📸 Great for history and archaeology enthusiasts
🏞️ Discover Gotland's only megalithic tomb nearby

Why Avoid

💤 Site may feel quiet or small for some visitors

Tips

🚌 Take bus 10 to Knallen, then walk
🔎 Look for three ships, two large stone circles, an older Stone Age grave, and a replica ship further down the road.
🗺️ About 15 of Gotland's 350 stone ships are visitable

🅿️ Parking Easily accessible by car, roadside parking available.

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