Rosslandguden - A journey back to the Iron Age

Looking for an easy and short hike? Head up and check out the ancient sculpture of the Rossland God in Sokndal.

Culture and history

The Rossland god is a figure of a man's head, which is carved from a local rock (ilmenite norite). It is about 60 cm high. Its origin and age are highly controversial, but experts today believe that the head is prehistoric. The original Rosslandsguden was brought to Dalane Folkemuseum in 1910 and is now on display at Jøssingfjord Vitenmuseum for the enjoyment of the public.

Rossland in Sokndal municipality is generally a rich cultural heritage area that may have been a cultural site in the old Iron Age, and is also interpreted in the context of the pre-Christian fertility cult.

How to get there?

Once on the RV44, drive towards Rekeland, Hauge i Dalane. Follow signs for Rossland.

Accessibility: Easy walk. Divorced.

Show consideration!

Parks in the parking lot, and show respect for the private land.
Pay attention to the animals along the route.
Remember to close gates behind you.
Dogs must be on a leash.
Leave only footprints!