The “Magnusstenen” monument at Skibelund Krat

Take a walk in the past

In 1898, sculptor Niels Skovgaard carved the stone with a a battle scene from Lyrskov Heath when in 1043 Danish King Magnus the Good secured his rule over Southern Jutland against the Wends. On the back of the monument is a verse by Thor Lange.

The granite stone itself is a fieldstone from Drostrup north of Vejen.

Distance
Hiking route The Ancient Road Hærvejen 0,3 km
Cycling route The Ancient Road Hærvejen 0,3 km

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  • The “Magnusstenen” monument at Skibelund Krat
  • Skibelund Krat 4
    6600 Vejen