From 3–5 July, we gather once again for cherished reunions and new encounters. Come and experience the Viking Age, breathe in the scent of the campfires, dance to the music, and cheer on your favourite Vikings as they battle for the fortress. At the same time, enjoy a vibrant Viking market featuring jewellery and traditional crafts from near and far.
During this weekend, we gather for cherished reunions and new encounters. Come and experience the Viking Age, breathe in the scent of the fires, dance to the music, and cheer for your favourite Vikings in the battle for the fortress. At the same time, a wonderful Viking market will be held, featuring jewellery and handicrafts from near and far.
PROGRAMME FOR THE BATTLE OF TRELLEBORGEN 2026
Friday: Free admission.
Saturday & Sunday: Admission is SEK 120 for adults. Free for children under 15.
Programme
Friday, 3 July
Throughout the day:
Market, traditional crafts, Viking camp, Viking Museum, games at the Viking Farm, food and café.
10:00 Market opens
10:00–12:00 Archery for children, Ramparts
10:00–15:00 Meet the Wise Woman and the Basket Maker, Medieval House
10:00–17:00 Join the Vikings in their daily activities and visit the Longhouse, Viking Farm
10:30–10:50 Guided tour of the fortress, starts at the Fortress Gate
11:00–11:15 Storytelling, Longhouse
13:00–15:00 Archery for children, Ramparts
16:00 Wedding Ceremony – witness this year's couple renew their vows, by the pond
17:00 Market closes for the day
Saturday, 4 July
Throughout the day:
Market, traditional crafts, Viking camp, Viking Museum, live music throughout the site, games at the Viking Farm, food and café.
10:00 Market opens
10:00–17:00 Meet the Wise Woman and the Basket Maker, Medieval House
10:00–17:00 Join the Vikings in their daily activities and visit the Longhouse, Viking Farm
10:30–10:50 Guided tour of the fortress, starts at the Fortress Gate
11:00–11:15 Storytelling, Longhouse
11:30 Theatre performance: "How Thor Got His Hammer", Viking Farm
13:00 "The Battle of Trelleborgen" and "Scania's Best Warrior", Ramparts
14:00 Theatre performance: "Idunn's Apples", Viking Farm
15:00 Meet the Vikings in their camp and discover their weapons, lawn beside the museum
15:30–15:45 Storytelling, Longhouse
17:00 Market closes for the day
Sunday, 5 July
Throughout the day:
Market, traditional crafts, Viking camp, Viking Museum, live music throughout the site, games at the Viking Farm, food and café.
10:00 Market opens
10:00–17:00 Meet the Wise Woman and the Basket Maker, Medieval House
10:00–17:00 Join the Vikings in their daily activities and visit the Longhouse, Viking Farm
10:30–10:50 Guided tour of the fortress, starts at the Fortress Gate
11:00–11:15 Storytelling, Longhouse
11:30 Theatre performance: "How Thor Got His Hammer", Viking Farm
13:00 "The Battle of Trelleborgen" and a Viking team competition, Ramparts
14:00 Theatre performance: "Idunn's Apples", Viking Farm
15:00 Meet the Vikings in their camp and discover their weapons, lawn beside the museum
15:30–15:45 Storytelling, Longhouse
17:00 Market closes for the day
Why not take the Palm Train, which runs through the city during the summer and stops right outside Trelleborgen?