Karlevi Runestone, Öland

Name: Karlevi Runestone
Address: Öland, Sweden

#12 among attractions in Öland

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The Karlevi Runestone, designated as Öl 1 by Rundata, is commonly dated to the late 10th century and located near the Kalmarsund straight in Karlevi on the island of Öland, Sweden. It is one of the most notable and prominent runestones and constitutes the oldest record of a stanza of skaldic verse. ()

Local name: Karlevistenen Coordinates: 56°36'26"N, 16°26'25"E

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Karlevi Runestone – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kalmar Castle, Kalmar Cathedral, Ölands Djur & Nöjespark, Öland Bridge.

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Renaissance castle with history museum
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