History
The wreck was discovered in 1878 during excavations in a bog near Vaale
Description
The logboat was expanded and stiffened by ribs.
| Length | 40.4 feet (12.3 m) |
|---|---|
| Width | 4.3 feet (1.3 m) |
Status
The boat was conserved and is on display at the State Archaeology Museum of Schleswig-Holstein at Gottorf Castle, Schleswig.
References
- Ellmers, D. (1972).
Frühmittelalterliche Handelsschiffahrt in Mittel- und Nordeuropa.
Neumünster. - Hirte, C. (1989).
„..quarum quaedam et triginta homines ferunt“? Bemerkungen zu Befund und Funktion der kaiserzeitlichen Stammboote von Vaale und Leck.
Offa 46.
pp 111-136.