On Sollerön, two grave fields from the late Viking Age, dating between 950 and 1050 AD, are situated. Together, these Viking grave fields contain an estimated 100-150 graves, consisting of sparsely distributed cairns, mounds, and stone settings.
The first time it was noticed that these cairns could conceal grave treasures was in 1921. An archaeological investigation was conducted during the years 1928-29, during which about ten graves were fully or partially explored. The graves are so-called "cremation graves," where the deceased were cremated and laid to rest with their personal belongings. Cremation was the most common burial method during the Viking Age throughout Scandinavia.
The first time it was noticed that these cairns could conceal grave treasures was in 1921. An archaeological investigation was conducted during the years 1928-29, during which about ten graves were fully or partially explored. The graves are so-called "cremation graves," where the deceased were cremated and laid to rest with their personal belongings. Cremation was the most common burial method during the Viking Age throughout Scandinavia.
