Trelleborg Viking fortress

Dive into the past at Harald Blåtand's impressive fortress! The Viking Age put Denmark on the world map, and the feared Danish Vikings became known for their infamous raids. Trelleborg, built by King Harald Bluetooth in his confrontation with the German emperor, stands today as a formidable ring castle with magnificent ramparts, deep moats and traces of 31 longhouses.

Step into the longhouse and let time rewind to the 900s, when the Vikings gathered around the fire and shared their fantastic stories. Inhale the scent of smoke from the fire, taste the sweetness of the mead and listen to the exciting stories from the world of the Vikings. Explore the Viking village of Slagløse and experience Viking life for yourself. Participate in warrior training, bake flatbread, try your hand at longbows and make your own Viking jewelry and much more.

Visit the museum and see real objects that have been excavated at Trelleborg. Learn more about the Viking lifestyle and get an insight into the past with Denmark's only preserved Viking shield. A journey through time and culture awaits you at this unique Viking castle.