Frederikssund Viking Settlement - houses on Kalvøen

Experience everyday Viking life when you visit the Frederikssund Viking Settlement. Here, you can explore reconstructions of houses, bridges and roads from the Viking Age and sense the spirit of history in the beautiful surroundings by the fjord.

This fascinating settlement gives you an insight into Viking building methods and way of life. The site includes five sunken-floor houses, an impressive longhouse, a plank road and a landing bridge, all forming the setting for a vivid presentation of the past.

The Viking Settlement all year round

You can visit the settlement throughout the year. On activity days, try Viking crafts, browse market stalls or meet the Vikings. At other times, explore the buildings and fjord landscape in quieter surroundings.

Activities at the settlement

The programme may include crafts, markets and activities for children. Find an activity for your visit.

The Frederikssund Viking Play

Every summer you can experience the great Frederikssund Viking Play, which takes place right next to the settlement. More than 150 participants bring the stories of the Vikings to life in an open-air performance. Complete your visit by booking a guided tour that tells the story of both the Viking Play and the Viking Settlement.

Hire the longhouse for special occasions

If you would like to celebrate in a unique setting, you can rent the longhouse at the settlement. The authentic surroundings by the fjord provide a memorable and atmospheric backdrop for your event.