Halvardsborg

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Halvardsborg was an ancient stronghold in Arboga. It was built probably between 400-550 AD. It consisted of 520m long and even 3m high stone wall. There are some remains of the wall today.

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Address
Gamla Örebrovägen, Arboga, Sweden

Established
400-550 AD

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