Tanum

Historical site Tanum, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden

What to expect

Tanum is a municipality in Västra Götaland County, Sweden, known for its numerous Bronze Age and Iron Age rock carvings, which were inscribed on the UNESCO cultural heritage list in 1994. The seaside region is also popular for its small port towns and beautiful archipelago. Visitors can explore the rock carvings at Vitlycke, Litsleby, and Aspeberget, which depict various motifs such as ships, humans, animals, and symbols. The area is also home to several towns, including Fjällbacka, Hamburgsund, Grebbestad, and Tanumshede, each with its own charm and character. The rock carvings are a unique artistic achievement and provide insight into the life and beliefs of people living in the Nordic region of Bronze Age Europe

Plan your family visit to the Tanum with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Tanum's rock carvings, which are on UNESCO's World Heritage list. We went to Vitlycke museum

Highlights: Tanum's rock carvings are unique, a must-stop on your road trip. "These rock carvings are so unique that since 1994 they have been included on UNESCO's list of World Heritage." ✨

October 14, 2021: Tanum and its rock engravings

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the rock carvings at Tanum, dating back to 1800 BC. We walked from site to site, admiring the various carvings of ships, animals, birds, and more. We also visited two burial mounds

Highlights: The red color of the carvings made them easier to see. Lucie was curious about the reconstructed village and especially loved trying out the small mobile bed ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tanum, admiring the hundreds of rock carvings dating back to the Bronze Age, depicting scenes of boats, hunting, and dancing. We also visited the museum to learn more about the carvings

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the wooded area and seeing the ancient rock carvings, while we all appreciated the historical significance of this important UNESCO World Heritage Site ✨