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Vikingastaden Birka

Sweden’s first town!

Birka was founded as early as the 750s and is now known as Sweden’s first town. The Viking town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated on Björkö in the Stockholm archipelago and is full of ancient remains. There is a reconstructed Viking village and a Viking museum, guided tours are offered, and Vikingaveckorna is held every year with activities for all ages.

Contact & information

Phone08-12004000 WebsiteVisit website
LocationBjörkö
178 92 Ekerö
SourceStockholm.com
Last updated16 September 2026

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