Troldborg Ring

Bredsten, Denmark

Troldborg Ring is a circular stronghold located on a hill crest, 70 meters above the Vejle river valley. It was surrounded by a rampart, which was 60 meters in diameter. The castle was built in the Iron Age, around 100-200 AD, and was used until the 5th century AD.

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Founded: 100-200 AD
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Denmark
Historical period: Early Iron Age (Denmark)

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Jesper Agermose Hansen (4 years ago)
Exciting area, but unfortunately not much left.
Preben Ahrenfeldt (6 years ago)
Historic site from the Viking Age.
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