Vikings in Ribe Denmark by Business Region Esbjerg

Denmark – the Viking DESTINATION

Discover the Danish spirit of the legendary Beowulf ST KATHARINE DOCKS 6TH TO 8TH OF AUGUST 2012

6TH TO 8TH OF AUGUST

Welcome to Denmark - the Viking destination Are you interested in cultural history? In having fun with your family? And what about spending time with friendly people? Then Denmark, the Viking destination of Scandinavia, is the answer! Our Viking past is as alive today as it was between AD 750 and AD 1050, when the Vikings really ruled the world and the waters. Vikings still suffer from a reputation of being cruel and barbaric, but rest assured that the Vikings you’ll meet today will greet you in peace. Denmark truly has a lot to offer with a Viking touch for both families and hardcore enthusiasts: in Lejre, a mythical aura hangs in the air and it’s likely that you’ll see the hero Beowulf in battle with Grendel in the distance. In Roskilde and Ladby you can get up close and personal with the magnificent Viking ships - the very reason why the Vikings became such an important power at the time. However, internal power was hard to hold on to and this is clear when visiting the impressive ring fortresses Trelleborg and Fyrkat. Yet most Vikings lived quite ordinary lives in well-organised towns, where they made a living from farming the land, trading their goods and socialising with family and friends. Get a glimpse of what this was like in Ribe and Lindholm Høje, Roskilde and Lejre Museums; see it dramatically performed in Frederikssund and play friendly Viking games in Gerlev. The final stop should be in Jelling to enjoy the beautiful rune stone known to all Danes as the birth certificate of our nation, which also marks the end of an era The Viking Era. In Denmark many Viking adventures await you, but this summer we have brought some of them to you! We bid you welcome in St. Katharine Docks from the 6th to the 8th of August 2012, 11am to 10pm. Read more on the back of this brochure about what to expect. The Vikings are coming back - but this time we come in peace. Please join us.

The Vikings travelled on ships and so can you to the World of the Vikings DFDS sets sails from Harwich up to 4 times a week at 17.45 arriving in Esbjerg 13.00 the following day. The ferry returns from Esbjerg at 18.45 arriving in Harwich at 12.00 noon the following day. www.dfdsseaways.co.uk If the Viking way is too slow, one of the following airline companies can fly you here: SAS www.flysas.com British Midland www.flybmi.com Norwegian www.norwegian.com EasyJet www.easyjet.com Ryan Air www.ryanair.com British Airways www.britishairways.com You can find more useful information on travelling in Denmark here: www.visitdenmark.com/transportation

When Denmark came to be ‘When Denmark came to be’ is a new cross-regional project focusing on the Danish Viking Age and Middle Ages covering the period from 650-1250. In summer 2013, Zealand will be the setting of a fantastic Viking ship trip: Discover the spectacular Viking and Middle Age ships on a week-long coastal trip. Sailing from port to port the raid will provide a unique framework for the exciting, macabre, humorous and emotional stories from the Viking Age and Middle Age. Follow stories, the ships and other spectacular events on www.dadanmarkblevtil.dk and www.visiteastdenmark.com

THE VIKING DESTINATION

See where the story of Beowulf took place

See the drama of the Vikings come to life before your very eyes!

Explore the mythical Beowulf landscape in the surroundings of Lejre, see the monumental burial mounds and stone ships. Come and experience life as a Viking in The Land of Legends.

Every summer, 200 adults and children become Vikings and recreate the most dramatic Viking sagas in their city’s beautiful open-air theatre. See drama, revenge, love, hate and not least sparks flying, as Viking warriors cross swords and fists! There’s also a Viking market with activities for the whole family during the weekends. Businesses or larger groups can hire the Vikings all year round for an unforgettable experience beyond anything you’ve ever experienced! Read more on:

At the Viking Ship Museum you will get to see the 5 Viking ships, that were sunk in order to prevent a direct attack against the King and don’t miss the craftsmen working. Get 33% discount on the entrance fees for the whole family. www.visitroskilde.com/viking

Unleash your inner Viking! Experience the best preserved royal fortress from the Viking age. Famous for its market with more than 10.000 visitors, Trelleborg fortress is also the setting for more than 50 exciting games arranged in collaboration with one of Denmark’s finest activity and games parks – Gerlev Play Park. Recently excavated, the only Danish Viking shield ever found, along with 1,500 other unique Viking relics are on display at Trelleborg. VisitSouthWestSealand offers great deals on accommodation, food and activities close to Copenhagen. www.visitsydvestsjaelland.com

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Allow yourself this unique experience of going back to “once upon a time” by stepping into the burial mound at the Viking Museum in Ladby, close to the idyllic borough Kerteminde. A unique story about the funeral of “The Great Viking” and his last journey to Valhalla. VisitKerteminde offers different Viking tours with accommodation and activities. Kerteminde is located in the center of Denmark close to everything. Visit the webpage and find more inspiration. www.visitkerteminde.dk

THE VIKING DESTINATION

A glimpse of the daily life of a Viking Jelling – a royal town of world heritage The year was AD 965. The Viking king, Harald Bluetooth, renounced the Norse gods and embraced Christianity. He recorded this event on a rune stone. The rune stone also hails his achievements in uniting Denmark and Norway and bringing Christianity to the Danes, which is why the stone is often referred to as “Denmark’s birth certificate”. King Harald also created two mighty royal barrows and a church on the site. The Jelling Monuments are considered the most important monuments from the Viking Age in Europe and are therefore listed as UNESCO World Heritage. www.visitvejle.com

How did they actually live in the Iron Age and Viking Age in Northern Jutland? What did they eat and drink? How did they work and celebrate and what did they believe in? You can get a fascinating insight into the daily life of the Vikings by visiting the burial site and museum, Lindholm Høje, close to Aalborg. Or stop off at the Viking fortress Fyrkat in Hobro. www.nordmus.dk

Food Culture Zone - The New Viking Feast Learn about the new Nordic Viking Cuisine. A modern feast with authentic ingredients and a history dating from the year 1042. Developed by the Danish Food Culture Zone, The Viking Ship Museum and Restaurant Snekken. www.mmmzonen.dk www.vikingeskibsmuseet.dk www.snekken.dk

Ribe – the Viking metropole of Denmark – action, nature and cultural history In South West Jutland you will find the Viking town of Ribe, large rune stones, the National Park WaddenSea and miles and miles of white beaches along the North Sea coast. The Ribe Vikings invite you to join them here: the shopkeeper Ravn will guide you to some of the best Viking Museums in Europe and the valkyrie Thorhild will host a unique weekend filled with adventures, where you not just go horseback riding along the coast but actually in the ocean on true Viking horses. www.southwestjutland.com

Viking Invest Viking Invest aims to be a future international hub for the latest archaeological finds, offers on Viking trips, museum exhibitions, festivals, competitions, and other Viking related initiatives. Discover your inner Viking at www.vikinginvest.org

6TH TO THE 8TH OF AUGUST 2012 - 11AM TO 10PM

The Vikings are coming to London... Learn more about the life of the Vikings, jump aboard the Viking Ship Helge Ask for a raid, meet the legendary hero Beowulf himself and learn a trick or two from a Viking in battle. Various workshops for both the young and the young at heart offer the opportunity to personally try the skills of the Viking craftsmen like coining money, the art of jewellery making or why not get your very first Viking tattoo? We will also be more than happy to help with information on how to get to Denmark, where to stay, what to eat and the best entertainment during your stay. There will certainly be something for everyone. 11.30 12.00 12.30 13.00 13.30 14.00 15.30 16.00 16.30 17.00 17.30 18.00 18.30 19.30 21.00

Concert with the Viking Band ”The Ulvsborg Musicians” The Viking ship Helge Ask sets sail for a raid The Vikings are coming and they are ready for a fight Viking Games - try ‘pulling ropes’, ‘throwing dinner plates’ and other true Viking games. Erik the Viking Tattooist performs his art on a brave Viking (Wednesday excluded) The Telling Theatre tells the tale of legendary Viking hero Beowulf (Monday excluded) The Viking ship Helge Ask sets sail for a raid The Vikings are coming and they are ready for a fight Concert with the Viking Band ”The Ulvsborg Musicians” Viking Games - try ‘pulling ropes’, ‘throwing dinner plates’ and other true Viking games. Erik the Viking Tattooist performs his art on a brave Viking (Wednesday excluded) The Viking ship Helge Ask sets sail for a raid The Vikings are coming and they are ready for a fight The Telling Theatre tells the tale of legendary Viking hero Beowulf Concert with the Viking Band ”The Ulvsborg Musicians” Subject to change

Denmark - the Viking DESTINATION

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Frederikssund Viking Theatre The Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde Roskilde and Lejre Museum The Land of Legends in Lejre Trelleborg, Slagelse Viking games in Gerlev Ulvsborg The Ladby ship in Kerteminde The Jelling rune stone Ribe Viking Center The Ribe Vikings Lindholm Høje near Aalborg Fyrkat, Hobro

IMAGINATION Discover the Danish Spirit

St Katharine Docks

27 Jul – 12 Aug

11am – 11pm