Discovering Denmark: From prehistoric burials to Viking Age power architecture and beyond

Denmark is home to many archaeological marvels, including both renowned sites and world-class museums. Olympia Bobou, Ilaria Bucci, and Rubina Raja are our guides to the wealth of heritage that the country has to offer.
March 19, 2026
Denmark offers an extraordinary array of archaeological and historical sites, ranging all the way from prehistoric bogs and Iron Age villages to Viking settlements, medieval cathedrals, and maritime heritage. You can wander through magnificent museums, explore open-air reconstructions, or amble beside UNESCO World Heritage runestones, with the assortment of archaeological treasures on offer capable of captivating every curious traveller. Whether seeking to immerse yourself in Danish heritage, or participating in the joint Roman Archaeology Conference and Theoretical Roman Archaeology Conference in Aarhus (see ‘Further information’ box below), you will find that spring is an ideal time to

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