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Cornelia Fuchs
July 21, 2026
Hiking
Rysshögen is an impressive burial mound from the 9th century, located between the villages of Vången and Glösa in Alsen. The site is most easily reached via the popular Fornstigen—an 8 km round-trip trail through easy terrain that connects the mound to Glösa Älgrike and the medieval site of Svedäng. Excavations at Rysshögen in 1938 yielded a wealth of Iron Age artifacts. The burial mound has recently been cleared of vegetation, making it clearly visible to visitors, and the area features information boards detailing Jämtland’s early history.
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Best routes near Rysshögen Burial Mound
3.0
(1)
14
hikers
8.32km
02:30
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
4.5
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3
hikers
7.51km
02:12
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
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Elevation 300 m
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