• Hedeby was rediscovered in the late 19th century and excavations began in 1900. The Hedeby Museum was opened next to the site in 1985.
  • 2018 yılında UNESCO tarafından Hedeby ve Danevirke'deki Arkeolojik Sınır Kompleksi adı ile Dünya Mirası olarak ilan edilmiştir.[1].
  • The town was briefly captured by the Franks in 934 CE and then reoccupied by them in 974 CE; the Danes did not succeed in taking Hedeby back until 983 CE.
  • Explore the ancient Viking trading settlement of Hedeby. Discover its rich history, strategic location, and UNESCO World Heritage status.
  • Having control of Hedeby meant that you had control of the North Sea-Baltic Sea traffic, and helped in the development of Hedeby as a major trading town.
  • The videos concerning the Vikings were produced in Hedeby and the Danevirke by Danish and international students from German schools.
  • Hedeby and Danevirke are an outstanding testament to the Viking Age. ... Hedeby was a flourishing trade centre in this border region.
  • In response to the growing power of the Vikings between 800 and 1000, Hedeby became an important trading center in the region.
  • Hedeby is known to exist as early as in the 8th century. A written source tells of the arrival of King Godfred to Hedeby in 804 with his army.