In the 10th century Jelling was an important place for the Danish royal power. Here Gorm the Elder (died approx. 959) and his son Harald Bluetooth (King approx. 959 - approx. 987) created a memorial area, which, among other things, consisted of the two famous rune stones. Archaeological remains of a palisade have also been found; H. a kind of fence of large dimensions, made of oak poles and oak boards. The palisade framed the entire area. It was probably built in 968 when Harald Blåtand was King of Denmark.

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1. Exciting route – Jelling Church loop from Vejle Sygehus

28.9km

07:40

300m

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2. Exciting route – Jelling Church loop from Grejs

20.8km

05:31

200m

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3. Jelling Runestones – Jelling Church loop from Jelling

11.4km

02:58

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 150 m

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1. Exciting route – Jelling Church loop from Vejle Sygehus

2. Exciting route – Jelling Church loop from Grejs

3. Jelling Runestones – Jelling Church loop from Jelling

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