The Viking Age, spanning roughly from the late 8th to the early 11th century in Scandinavia, saw women play crucial roles in society. From managing households in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark to traveling across Europe and even North America, their lives balanced skill, courage, and influence. Viking women shaped families, communities, and distant lands through domestic work, spiritual guidance, exploration, and leadership. Their stories reveal resilience and ingenuity that were often overlooked.
Click on to explore the extraordinary lives of Viking women.