Step back into Sweden’s ancient past with a guided tour of Nordians Hög. Discover prehistoric burial practices and walk through a landscape steeped in history, all within easy reach of Uppsala.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, but some walking on uneven terrain is involved.
Wildlife
History
Nordians Hög dates back to the Vendel era (circa 500-700 AD), making it a significant archaeological and cultural landmark.
Conservation
Efforts focus on preserving the mound’s integrity and historical authenticity for future generations, maintaining a delicate balance between tourism and preservation.
Sweden History Tours
Step back into Sweden’s ancient past with a guided tour of Nordians Hög. Discover prehistoric burial practices and walk through a landscape steeped in history, all within easy reach of Uppsala.
Sweden History Tours is a guided tour operator based in Stockholm that specializes in historical and cultural walking tours across Stockholm, Uppsala and surrounding regions. The company offers an extensive range of public and private experiences — from short one‑hour city walks to full‑day excursions to the Stockholm archipelago, Åland Island, Birka and ancient burial sites. Popular themes include Viking and Vendel era archaeology, medieval history, naval and naval‑isle walks, dark folklore and ghost walks, church and cathedral guided tours, and food and fika experiences featuring local producers.
Guides are authorized and deliver focused, research‑based commentary at sites such as Old Town (Gamla Stan), Uppsala Cathedral, Vasa Museum connections, Vallentuna church, Täby church and multiple rune stone and grave mound locations. Sweden History Tours runs small group public departures and customizable private tours, with options for hotel pick‑up, transported tours and combined museum visits.
The operator emphasizes factual storytelling, archaeological context and conservation‑aware visits to heritage sites. Tours are available in Swedish and English where noted, with some seasonal specialty walks for Christmas, Halloween and other cultural events. Booking options include short themed walks, full‑day historic itineraries and tailored corporate or family programs. Sweden History Tours is positioned as a specialist in Swedish history interpretation, offering reliable logistics, local knowledge and a broad catalogue of experiences for visitors seeking depth, authenticity and local food connections.
The operator accommodates accessibility needs where possible and provides clear pre‑tour information on meeting points, durations and recommended clothing for seasonal weather and safety guidelines.
Locations
Stockholm & Uppsala
Historic sites across both cities
Durations
1–13 hours
Short walks to full‑day tours
Group Types
Public & Private
Small groups and customizable tours
Tour Themes
Viking, Medieval, Food, Dark
Specialized history-focused experiences
Reserve a spot on a public departure or request a private, customizable itinerary for groups, families or solo travelers.
Wear comfortable shoes
Ensure you wear sturdy footwear suitable for walking on uneven ground.
Bring weather protection
Check the weather forecast and bring rain gear or sun protection as needed.
Arrive early
Arriving a few minutes early helps you get settled and makes the most of your tour.
Respect the site
Help preserve the mound by not climbing or disturbing the archaeological features.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support and stability while walking on uneven archaeological sites.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Dress for the weather to stay comfortable during the outdoor tour.
Sun protection
Hats, sunglasses, or sunscreen help protect from sun exposure.
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Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the walk and tour.