Runestones of Högby

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The Runestones of Högby are runestones located in the village of Högby in Östergötland, Sweden, but the name Högby runestone usually refers to the notable Ög 81. It is famous for its eloquent epitaph in fornyrðislag for all the five sons of a man. The runestone was found when the church was demolished in 1874. Fragments of some other runestones were found as well. The Rundata project dates them to the late 10th century. ()

Local name: Högbystenen Coordinates: 58°21'38"N, 15°5'59"E

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ÖstergötlandSweden

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Runestones of Högby – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bjälbo kyrka, Östergötland Runic Inscription 165, Skänninge Abbey, Mjölby.

3.5 miW
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Bjälbo kyrka
90 min walk • The Bjälbo runestones are three Viking Age memorial runestones, one of which has been lost, located at Bjälbo, which is a village in Mjölby Municipality, Östergötland, Sweden. One of the inscriptions provides evidence of the existence of guilds in Sweden during this period.
2.4 miN
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Östergötland Runic Inscription 165
62 min walk • Östergötland Rune Inscription 165 is a runestone located between Vårfrukyrkan and the town square in Skänninge. It is made of grey granite and is 230 cm tall. On the front of the runestone is the first part of the text, up until the word "suniʀ". It continues on the left side until the end of the text.
2.7 miN
Monastery
Skänninge Abbey
69 min walk • Skänninge Abbey, also known as St. Ingrid's Priory, St. Martin's Priory or Skänninge Nunnery, was a Roman Catholic convent for females of the Dominican Order in Skänninge in Sweden, in operation from 1272 until 1544. It was founded by Saint Ingrid of Skänninge, and the center of her cult, and as such, it was often referred to as St.
2.7 miSE
City
Mjölby
69 min walk • One of the main attractions in Mjölby is the Mjölby Church, a stunning medieval church with beautiful architecture and intricate details. Visitors can explore the church's interior and admire its impressive artwork and historical significance.