Lejre
Country: Denmark
Region: Europe
Period: 6th-10th c.CE
Location: 55.604444°N, 11.975°E
Description
Lejre, located on the island of Zealand in modern Denmark, was an important center during the early medieval period and is believed to have been a royal seat of the early Danish kings before the rise of Viking Age power centers.
Modern Remains
Excavations at Lejre have revealed large halls, burial mounds, and ritual sites confirming its role as a royal and religious center. The modern Lejre Museum and reconstructed Iron Age buildings bring to life the site's importance in Denmark’s early history and mythology.