⚠️ Important Notice
The burial ground at Vang is temporarily closed due to cleanup work and the preservation of the cultural heritage site following storm Amy.
We apologize for the inconvenience and hope the area will be open for visitors again by summer 2026.
Did you know that Norway’s largest Viking Age burial ground is in Oppdal? Just a short walk from the town centre, you’ll find Vang Burial Ground, a unique cultural heritage site with nearly 800 burial mounds from the late Iron Age and Viking Age – and one of the best-preserved burial sites in Northern Europe.
The area dates back to both the Migration Period (ca. 400–600 AD) and the Viking Age (ca. 800–1000 AD), and offers fascinating insights into Oppdal’s role as a hub for trade and travel between the mountains and the fjords. Archaeological finds, including Irish bronze artefacts and weapons, show signs of long-distance contact and an active local society.
Join a Guided Tour
A guided tour of the burial ground gives you a deeper understanding of the people who lived here over 1000 years ago. The guide shares stories of burial customs, daily life, and trade, and leads you through the beautiful landscape surrounded by ancient mounds. The site also has information boards if you prefer a self-guided experience.
See the Artefacts
Some of the items found at Vang are on display at Skifer Hotel in Oppdal. Additional finds can be seen at the NTNU University Museum of Science in Trondheim.
Facts about Vang Burial Ground:
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Approx. 800 burial mounds
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Dates from ca. 400–1000 AD
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One of the largest burial sites in Northern Europe
- Season
- Autumn
- Spring
- Summer
