Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen

Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen is a prehistoric burial monument south of Tullebølle near Rudkøbing on Langeland. The site is a long dolmen from the Stone Age, built with large standing stones and covered by capstones, and it contains two separate chambers. One of the capstones bears Bronze Age bowl pits, showing that the monument was reused or reinterpreted long after it was first built. It is a straightforward stop close to the Margueritruten, offering a quiet glimpse of early funerary practices in the Danish landscape.

Stop at Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen to see a clear example of a Stone Age long dolmen with two chambers, still visible in the landscape south of Tullebølle. The Bronze Age bowl pits in one of the capstones add an extra layer, showing how the monument kept its significance over time. It suits a short pause rather than a long visit.

A concise but worthwhile stop to see a Stone Age long dolmen with visible Bronze Age bowl pits.

Planning your visit

How long to stay

15-30 minutes

Best time to visit

Daylight hours are best so you can clearly see the shape of the long dolmen, the two chambers, and the bowl pits in the capstone. Dry weather makes it easier to walk around the stones and study their details. In the lighter months you will also have more time to combine the stop with nearby sights on Langeland.

Around here

Nearby on the Margueritruten

• Village History: Bjerreby Mølle

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• Biskopstorp Manor

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• Galleri Thune - a world of colours

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• Kirsten Thune - Visual Artist

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• Art Tower 5

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  Simmerbølle Church

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Frequently asked

What is Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen, and what can I see there?

Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen is a Stone Age long dolmen south of Tullebølle near Rudkøbing on Langeland. At the site you can see the elongated stone setting with two chambers and the large capstones resting on supporting stones. One of these capstones has Bronze Age bowl pits, so you can observe traces from both the Stone Age monument and its later Bronze Age use or significance.

How much time should I plan for a visit to Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen?

A visit to Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen is usually brief. Many travellers find that 15–30 minutes is enough to walk from the car, look at the layout of the long dolmen, examine the two chambers from the outside, and locate the Bronze Age bowl pits in the capstone. You can then continue to other nearby stops on Langeland.

Where is Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen in relation to Tullebølle and Rudkøbing?

Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen lies south of Tullebølle on Langeland, within the wider Rudkøbing area. It sits close to the Margueritruten section for Funen and the Islands, so it is easy to reach as a short side trip when you are driving that part of the route. The surroundings are rural, with the monument standing in the open landscape.

What makes Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen special compared with other prehistoric sites?

This site combines a Stone Age long dolmen with two chambers and visible Bronze Age bowl pits in one of the capstones. That mix shows how a single monument could remain important over long periods, with later people adding their own marks. If you are interested in how prehistoric sites were reused or reinterpreted, Bjerrebygaard offers a clear, tangible example in a compact stop.

Can I combine Bjerrebygaard Long dolmen with other nearby places on the Margueritruten?

Yes, the long dolmen works well as part of a short local circuit. From here you can continue to places such as Biskopstorp Manor or Village History: Bjerreby Mølle, staying within a small area of Langeland. This lets you see both very early prehistory at the dolmen and later rural or manor history without long detours from the Margueritruten section.

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