Welcome to Birka Viking City on June 13-14 2026, to learn more about Ansgar – the Apostle of the North. Ansgar was a French monk who came to the pagan city of Birka in the 9th century to preach Christianity. But in the Nordic lands, people worshiped Odin and Thor, and resistance and conflict arose.
You will have the chance to hear Ansgar himself tell the dramatic story of his journeys to Birka, stormy assemblies, and sudden, violent death in a city far out in the wilderness. In addition, you can enjoy the following:
Daily Program:
12:15 Arrival at Birka
12:30 Dramatized tour featuring Ansgar (in Swedish)
12:30 Guided tour (in English)
13:30 Lecture (in English)
13:30 Guided tour (in Swedish)
14:30 Lecture (in Swedish)
14:45 Presentation of Ansgar at the museum (in English)
15:30 Departure from Birka
Enjoy a fantastic boat trip to Birka on the picturesque Lake Mälaren – pre-book your boat ticket for a guaranteed spot on board.
