Borgundknarren

The viking ship Borgundknarren is a replica of a sailing vessel built in Western Norway in 1025. The knarr, or the hafship, was used for long distance trade by the Vikings and during the early middle ages and was the principal vessel for exploration. It is a heavy and capacious boat, with high sides and shelter necessary for deep sea sailing. It was ships like this Leiv Eriksson used in his voyage across the North Atlantic to America. Borgundknarren has its name from the old trading center of Borgund, now a part of the museum's outdoor area.