Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
The Hedeby Viking Museum is situated near the archaeological site of Hedeby, a significant Viking Age settlement located in what is now Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Once the oldest city in Denmark, Hedeby was a major trading hub during the Early Post-Classical Period, particularly in the 8th century CE. The museum showcases reconstructed Viking Age dwellings and a shipyard, providing insights into domestic life and transportation methods of the time. The site holds numerous artifacts that have been unearthed through ongoing archaeological excavations, illustrating the rich cultural and economic history of the Vikings. Hedeby's strategic location and significant role in Viking trade routes make it a key site for understanding the era's socio-economic dynamics.
Gallery
Explore photographs of ancient structures, artifacts, and archaeological excavations at Hedeby Viking Museum
Archaeological Features
Explore the unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Transportation and Communication Structures
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's archaeological history
Plan Your Visit
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