Baronens Høj in Nørreskoven on Als

Discover a Neolithic burial site

In Nørreskoven on Als, you can explore Baronens Høj, a circular dolmen dating back to around 3600 BC. This ancient burial site was built more than 5,000 years ago.

At the centre of the mound, you can see the remains of the burial chamber, while a circle of large stones marks its outer edge.

Discoveries spanning more than 5,000 years

When Baronens Høj was excavated in 1946, archaeologists discovered decorated pottery fragments that helped date the dolmen to the Neolithic period.

Inside the burial chamber, they also found human bones and two flint daggers from later burials. These discoveries show that the site was used for burials during different stages of the Neolithic period.

How did Baronens Høj get its name?

The mound is named after Baron Wedel-Wedelsborg, who served as a royal forester on Als during the 19th century.

You’ll find Baronens Høj in the north-western part of Nørreskoven, close to Nygård.

Last updated on 23 October 2026.