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Swords in Rock Monument

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Swords in Rock Monument

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  • Location: Stavanger, Rogaland, Norway

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    May 22, 2018

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    The monument was created by sculptor Fritz Røed from Bryne and was unveiled by King Olav V of Norway in 1983. The three bronze swords stand 10 metres (33 ft) …

    March 6, 2020

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    Here at the Hafrsfjord is the Sverd i fjell (Swords in the Rock). History tells that Harald Schönhaar united Norway here in 872 in one kingdom. If the tradition is …
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    October 22, 2023

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    Great and worth seeing monument on the coast.
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    Stavanger Harbor – Swords in Rock Monument loop from Stavanger

    12.8km

    03:24

    120m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Location: Stavanger, Rogaland, Norway

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