The Standing stone on Grubstadleite may be one of the oldest remaining historical relics in Steigen. According to
Arne Dahl, the partner to Karin Knudsen who owns the site where the Standing stone stands, the University of
Tromsø have estimated the age to between 600 and 800 AD.
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With Kråktinden in the background and a beautiful view over the fjord, one can readily imagine a magnificent royal residence on
the site.
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Grubstadleite is located 4.3 km from the village center in Helnessund. Map: Lat / Lon: 67.73732, 14.85947.
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Arne Dahl explains that the area is conserved and that there are several mounds down to the sea.
The flat sides of the Standing stone is facing north / south.
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The neat nordlads-house is located on what Arne think is a burial mound.
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