Museet Ribes Vikinger


To better come to grips with Ribe’s Viking and medieval history, visit the informative displays of the Museum of Ribe’s Vikings. Two rooms provide snapshots of the town in 800 and during medieval times in 1500. These portrayals are complemented by rare archaeological finds and good explanations, which add real substance to the tales.


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