The Hidden Boat Grave of the 14th-century Farmyard - Årby

The Hidden Boat Grave of the 14th-century Farmyard - Årby

Discover the remarkable story of Årby, a well-preserved 14th-century farmyard hidden in Uppsala, whose history is closely tied to an ancient artifact, Årbybåten.

Årby, located in Rasbokils socken, Uppsala, was first mentioned in records dating back to 1344. The Cruus family of Edeby, the von Post family, and Vattholma Bruk owned the farmyard for significant periods, allowing it to remain under the same ownership for a considerable stretch. Today, the most notable feature of Årby is a boat grave, Årbybåten, with well-preserved wooden artifacts that hint at its hidden ancient roots.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nik Frost

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