Historic site · Denmark · Southern Denmark
Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church
Two huge burial mounds, rune stones and a church, linked to King Harald Bluetooth and the birth of Christian Denmark.
UNESCO World Heritage about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church matters
In this quiet village you will find two giant burial mounds and two carved runic stones raised by Viking kings. The larger stone, set up by Harald Bluetooth, is often described as the birth certificate of Denmark because it records the conversion of the Danes to Christianity. The same king gave his name to Bluetooth wireless technology, a fun story to tell on camera. Pair this site with the museum next door for context.
Talking points
- Harald Bluetooth raised the large rune stone.
- Bluetooth technology is named after him.
- The two mounds and the church beside them are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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