NEW BY JACKSON CRAWFORD This expanded second edition of his 2015 translation of the Poetic Edda offers a wider range of poems, including the Eddic Old Norse poem "Svipdagsmal" and four related non-Eddic Old Norse poems. Find it here: grimfrost.com/collections/...

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: Nine mighty songs I learned from the great son of Bale-thorn, Bestla's sire; I drank a measure of the wondrous Mead, with the Soulstirrer's drops I was showered. -Hávamál, Stanza 139

The Swedish History museum has the world's largest collection of Viking Age artefacts. Here are a few. The Buddha statue was found in Birka, Sweden, proving that goods reached across the known world already back then.

Thank Freyja it's Friday! Have a great weekend everyone! /Arve, Hegg, Sjöberg and the rest of the Grimfrost Crew

Are you a member yet? If not, make sure to sign up now for exclusive Pre-Black Week deals. Join the Grimfrost Clan - the world’s largest Viking community! grimfrost.com/account/logi...

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: Cattle die and kinsmen die, thyself too soon must die, but one thing never, I ween, will die, -- fair fame of one who has earned. -Hávamál, Stanza 75

Vikings loved silver. Here's one of many treasure finds from back then - now located at the Swedish History Museum.

What does it take to preserve one of the most iconic Viking sites in the world while also keeping it alive and relevant for new generations? We speak with Veronica Björkman of Birka about the balance between archaeology, tourism, and cultural storytelling.

As requested, the Thor's Hammer set seen in Hindarfjäll's video for their release Helvegen, now available with a 10% discount! Both the chain and the hammer are made of solid sterling silver and are based on Viking Age finds. >>> grimfrost.com/products/hel...

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: Happy is he who hath in himself praise and wisdom in life; for oft doth a man ill counsel get when 'tis born in another's breast. -Hávamál, Stanza 9

Happy Hel-o-ween! This weekend we're offering cold kisses and deadly deals with a 20% discount storewide, as well as a limited edition T-shirt. Join the Draugr Legion here: grimfrost.com

Sjöberg of Grimfrost with a good friend.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: A tenth I know: when at night the witches ride and sport in the air, such spells I weave that they wander home out of skins and wits bewildered. -Hávamál, Stanza 154

The Gjermundbu helmet on display in the History Museum in Oslo, Norway.

Grimfrost is proud to present the first single from Hindarfjäll's upcoming EP. Wardruna has been a profound source of inspiration for Hindarfjäll since the very beginning, and to honour that, they've created an interpretation of Helvegen sung in Swedish.

When the sea is so calm that it mirrors the sky perfectly, we call it "Spegelblank" (Swedish: Mirror-smooth).

Grimfrost is building the Viking Town of Grimgard® in Sweden! This is the third phase of the construction of the large longhouse, with finishing of the base plate and raising of the frame. Moderns tools are used to speed up the process and keep it safe.

New! We’re proud to offer 18 Karat gold-plated jewelry inspired by our Viking ancestors. Durable, historical elegancy. grimfrost.com/collections/...

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: A thirteenth I know: if the new-born son of a warrior I sprinkle with water, that youth will not fail when he fares to war, never slain shall he bow before sword. -Hávamál, Stanza 157

Did you know that we have a species of Bison in Europe known as Wisent? They were hunted to near extinction in the early 1900s, but have now been reintroduced to the wild thanks to survivors in captivity. This mighty Wisent lives at Skansen, the world's oldest open-air museum, in Stockholm, Sweden.

Get your hands on our crop tops at 50% off in our ongoing clearance sale! grimfrost.com/collections/...

NEW - Ceramic Pendants with motifs from runestones and other Viking Age finds. Don't forget that there's currently a Buy 2 Get 1 Free offer on all Viking Jewelry. Find the Ceramic Pendants and all our other Jewelry here: grimfrost.com/collections/...

Limited, first-time offer! BUY 2 GET 1 FREE deal on all our 500+ different Viking jewelry designs, including our master-crafted Premium Jewelry! Valid October 6th – 12th or as long as stock lasts. Loot your Jewelry here: grimfrost.com/collections/...

Henrik Williams, Professor of Runology at Uppsala University in Sweden, explains the meaning of a runestone along an ancient Viking Age road. Check out our podcast episode with him here:

BACK IN STOCK Valhalla Bear Chain This is truly a majestic piece, ending in bear heads based on the unique find in Eketorp, Sweden in 2017. Dated to the 900s, the bear heads are remarkable in the sense that nothing similar has been found. Find it here: grimfrost.com/collections/...

NEW POD! For our first ever double-guest episode, we’re joined by bestselling novelist Giles Kristian and award-winning director/actor Philip Stevens. We talk about storytelling, adventure, and what it really means to bring the Viking Age to life today.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: I counsel thee, Stray-Singer, accept my counsels, ... hast thou a friend whom thou trustest well, fare thou to find him oft; for with brushwood grows and with grasses high the path where no foot doth pass. -Hávamál, Stanza 118

This amazing interactive map of Viking Age cosmology can be found at the new Viking exhibition at the Swedish History Museum. The map is controlled from a dashboard that lets you navigate around it. Everything also appears in a large scale format on the wall.

On this day, September 25 in 1066, the Battle of Stamford Bridge was fought between the Kingdom of England and the invading Viking army led by King Harald Hardrada. The defeat of the Vikings symbolizes the end of the Viking Age, since it was the last great attack on England.

NEW! Beautiful heart pendants and earrings in bronze and sterling silver, based on a belt fitting from the 900s found in Birka Sweden. Find them here: grimfrost.com/collections/...

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: He must rise betimes who hath few to serve him, and see to his work himself; who sleeps at morning is hindered much, to the keen is wealth half-won. -Hávamál, Stanza 59

Meet Gary from Chicago and join him on his Viking tour through Stockholm, Sweden, where Arve from Grimfrost takes him from the must see museums to the best Viking restaurant. Enjoy the ride and take notes, would you ever find yourself in Stockholm.

A steady stride (with or without pink pants), a well chiseled face (hidden under the beard) and a hoodie paying homage to the great Einherjar - that'll make the ladies love you. Check out our new Einherjar wear! grimfrost.com/collections/...

The amazing longhouse at Borg, Lofoten in Norway. It's quite the distance up north, but well worth a visit.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: I counsel thee, Stray-Singer, accept my counsels, they will be thy boon if thou obey'st them, they will work thy weal if thou win'st them: rejoice not ever at tidings of ill, but glad let thy soul be in good. -Hávamál, Stanza 127

Throwback to when Arve and Sjöberg of Grimfrost visited the archives of the Swedish History Museum that houses the world's largest collection of Viking Age finds.

This runestone was found as part of the wall of Skärkind Church in Sweden when it was demolished in 1844. It translates to: "Göt and Fastulv and Björn and Rosten they raised this stone in memory of Stybbe, their good father".

As requested, Swedish Gourmet Candy for all the sweet tooths - because as we all know, Swedish candy is the best darn candy in the world. Buy your favorite flavor or why not a set of 3 and pay only for 2. Loot your candy on grimfrost.com/collections/... www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WC5...

A handmade, carved Viking war horn with Younger Futhark runes that translate from Old Norse to: "Odin and Heimdallr bless (protect)". Heimdallr, the guardian of Bifrost is the owner of the Gjallarhorn that will sound upon Ragnarök. Find it here: grimfrost.com/products/vik...

THOUGH FOR THE WEEK: Happy is he who wins for himself fair fame and kindly words; but uneasy is that which a man doth own while it lies in another's breast. -Hávamál, Stanza 8

There are thousands of grave mounds in Sweden, ranging from the Bronze Age and up to the Viking Age.

This 11th century Swedish whetstone has a runic inscription that is believed to reveal various places the owner visited. It is a magnificent testament to the vast voyages and expeditions of Viking Age Scandinavians. It's located at the museum of Gotland, Sweden.

New pod with archaeologist Johan Runer who joins us to explore how Viking society was held together without kings, police, or central power. This episode is about real people, not warriors and sagas, and how archaeology brings their world back to life.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: For gods graved Odin, for elves graved Daïn, Dvalin the Dallier for dwarfs, All-wise for Jötuns, and I, of myself, graved some for the sons of men. -Hávamál, Stanza 142

Backstage shot from the live performance at Midgardsblot 2024 when Peter Franzén (King Harald Finehair) made a guest appearence with Hindarfjäll. See the whole performance here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=peor...

”Kettil raised this stone after Kata his wife, sister of Torgil”. Kata Gård in Varnhem, Västra Götaland in Sweden. The crypt of the church that once stood here is perhaps Sweden's oldest preserved room.

As the new Jarl of English and Media Arts, I felt like a proper chair was in order. Thanks to my friends @grimfrost.bsky.social for the reindeer hide seat cushion!

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: Fiercer than fire among ill friends for five days love will burn; bun anon 'tis quenched, when the sixth day comes, and all friendship soon is spoiled. -Hávamál, Stanza 51

Our ships are magical. They can float on land.