Ale Viking-Age Project
The Viking Age Farmstead
The construction of a Viking Age Farmstead has been under way since 2001, on a site (just off route 45) about 30 kilometres north of Gothenburg. The first buildings that are being contructed are a dwelling house and a craftsman's workshop, which are made entirely from oak and are richly decorated.
This farmstead is being modelled on a farmstead that has been excavated on Tissö (in Denmark), which has been dated to the 10th centure A.D. This is the same period as the Viking Age ships that were discovered at Äskekärr.
So far, no Viking Age Farmstead has been archeologically excavated in the municipality of Ale. However, discoveries of relics such as graves, riches of gold and silver, ships, strongholds and so on indicate that this area witnessed considerable activity during this period.
Furthermore, research has revealed that Western Sweden belonged to a Western Scandinavian cultural community during the VIking Age, a fact that is reflected by the construction methods of the time.
"Do not disturb - do not destroy"
The right of public access requires consideration, responsibility and good judgement. We must not damage the landscape or animal life, and we must show consideration for both landowners and for others who are out in the countryside.
