The Vessel of Gundestrup

Experience the Gundestrup Cauldron, one of the most significant finds from Europe's Iron Age.

Experience an impressive replica of the Gundestrup Vessel at Vesthimmerland Museum. This famous silver vessel was originally discovered in the village of Gundestrup in 1891 by the farmhand Jens Sørensen, who was digging peat for fuel at the time. It is believed that the vessel was placed in the bog as an offering to higher powers by the Iron Age people of Himmerland.

The Gundestrup Vessel is a European masterpiece, measuring 2 meters in circumference and decorated with thirteen remarkable plates depicting various gods and myths. It is thought to have been crafted by the Cimbri, a people known for their appreciation of majestic chariots and powerful silver metalwork.

Vesthimmerland Museum displays a replica of the vessel in the museum's Cimbri Hall, which also houses a number of other notable artifacts from the Iron Age. Here, visitors can see chariot parts, clothing items, a unique amphora, and a "wizard's bag," all of which provide fascinating insights into the Iron Age.