Trelleborg

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Trelleborg is the story of the first great Viking ring fortress uncovered in the 1930s, shrouded in mystery about its origins and purpose. Now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has transformed our understanding of Denmark’s Viking Age.

Discover the secrets behind Denmark’s iconic Viking ring fortresses and their historical significance.

When Trelleborg was excavated in the 1930s, it posed a real archaeological puzzle: who built this strange circular fortress, and why? Today, we know it was constructed under King Harald Bluetooth in the late 900s near Slagelse. This fortress has played a crucial role in reshaping how we view the Viking Age in Denmark.

Viking-Age Ring Fortresses explores the captivating tale of five major Viking monuments in Denmark: Trelleborg, Aggersborg, Fyrkat, Nonnebakken, and Borgring. The book traces the journey from early careful excavations and theories to the groundbreaking discoveries that have shaped our current knowledge. It also highlights the lingering mysteries these fortresses still hold.

Authored by Søren Michael Sindbæk, a leading professor of archaeology and one of Denmark’s foremost Viking experts, this book draws on his extensive experience in TV, podcasts, publications, and his involvement in the 2014 discovery and excavation of the Borgring fortress near Køge on Zealand.

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