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Runes and rune stones in Uppsala, 1h city walk
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Runes and rune stones in Uppsala, 1h city walk

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1 hour(s)
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Stockholm, Sweden

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Walk among historic rune stones near Uppsala Cathedral

Learn how to read and understand runic script

Hear compelling stories from the Viking era

Discover vanished and relocated rune stones

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of the early Norse era on this enriching one hour journey through the past. Your guide leads you through the area surrounding Uppsala Cathedral, where many ancient rune stones stand as silent witnesses to the lives, beliefs and struggles of those who shaped the Viking age. As you walk among these remarkable stones, you learn how runic script was used, how messages were carved, and how stories of courage, sorrow, travel and triumph were preserved in stone. Through vivid storytelling, you meet powerful women, bold explorers, devoted families and proud warriors, each leaving a legacy etched into the landscape. The tales reveal a world filled with daring journeys, personal loss, shifting beliefs and unforgettable destinies that continue to fascinate to this day.

Your guide shares insight into the daily lives of the people who lived during this extraordinary period, from their customs and crafts to the way they honored loved ones and recorded history. You hear about rune masters who struggled with spelling, bridges built in memory of children, family tragedies, heroic battles and stones that vanished or were moved from their original places. This walk offers a powerful and atmospheric experience that brings the Viking age to life in the very place where it unfolded. The tour begins outside the main entrance of Uppsala Cathedral and explores the surrounding grounds where these captivating stones remain.

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  • Guided walking experience
  • Expert local storyteller
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Discover the wonders of Stockholm, Sweden with this unforgettable experience. Your guide shares insight into the daily lives of the people who lived during this extraordinary period, from their customs and crafts to the way they honored loved ones and recorded history. You hear about rune masters who struggled with spelling, bridges built in memory of children, family tragedies, heroic battles and stones that vanished or were moved from their original places. This walk offers a powerful and atmospheric experience that brings the Viking age to life in the very place where it unfolded. The tour begins outside the main entrance of Uppsala Cathedral and explores the surrounding grounds where these captivating stones remain. Highlights of your tour include: Walk among historic rune stones near Uppsala CathedralLearn how to read and understand runic scriptHear compelling stories from the Viking eraDiscover vanished and relocated rune stones. Your guide shares insight into the daily lives of the people who lived during this extraordinary period, from their customs and crafts to the way they honored loved ones and recorded history. You hear about rune masters who struggled with spelling, bridges built in memory of children, family tragedi. This tour includes: Guided walking experienceExpert local storyteller. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of the early Norse era on this enriching one hour journey through the past. Your guide leads you through the area surrounding Uppsala Cathedral, where many ancient rune stones stand as silent witnesses to the lives, beliefs and struggles of those who shaped the Viking age. As you walk among these remarkab...