When we think about stone circles, the first associations usually bring to mind the famous Stonehenge in Great Britain. Norway is full of fantastic historical places. We would like to recommend "moving back in time" and visiting the ancient ones places in Norway, specifically in the southern part of Østfold.
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We are visiting Norway. Travelers deep into the past
The ancient route of Oldtidsruta in Norway is a fascinating trail that leads through the southern part of Østfold. This historic road takes travelers deep into the past, exposing the wealth of ancient cultural monuments. Starting from Skjebergsletta in the south, the route goes through Fredrikstad, Hvalerøyene in the west, Hafslund near Sarpsborg and back to Solbergkrysset. Along the route you can discover petroglyphs (helleristninger), burial mounds, stone circles and grave fields from the Iron Age that tell the story of life and religious beliefs.
Oldtidsruta is an extraordinary experience for lovers of history and archeology that allows you to touch the spirit of the past. It is a unique history packed into one tour, offering the most concentrated collection of ancient monuments from the Bronze Age and the older Iron Age in Norway.
The ancient and fascinating Oldtidsruta Trail is a journey through history
On the E6 road along the RV 100 between Skjeberg and Fredrikstad, the 30-meter high Solberg Tower dominates. This is a place where from the observation tower you can see how many ancient monuments are located on the plains. There are also information boards with large photos of cultural monuments waiting to be discovered. Solbergtårnet is a perfect start to the experience of contact with history.
Tu you will find a map of the entire trail.
We also recommend visiting the website Visit Fredrikstad & Hvaler where you can find more details about this fantastic historic trail.
It is education as well as recreation
The ancient Oldtidsruta route in Norway not only offers a fascinating journey through history, but also provides an excellent opportunity to spend time actively outdoors. By traveling this route, you can enjoy beautiful landscapes and at the same time discover a wealth of ancient cultural monuments. It's the perfect combination of education and recreation for everyone.
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Source: visitfredrikstadhvaler.com.no, Photo: Wojtek Sobieski
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