Viking Ship 'Saga Farmann' Anchors in Montenegro

The replica Viking ship, Saga Farmann, has docked in Montenegro's port of Bar as part of a multi-year voyage inspired by Norse explorers. The ship is a faithful reconstruction of a 10th-century Viking cargo vessel. The journey, spanning European rivers, was altered due to the Ukraine conflict.

A replica Viking ship named Saga Farmann has arrived at Montenegro's Adriatic port of Bar, marking a milestone in its multi-year journey through European waters. The voyage emulates the Norse seafarers' routes from over a thousand years ago.

The ship, a full-scale archaeological reconstruction of a 10th-century Viking cargo vessel, known as a knarr, was crafted from oak and pine. Originally found in Norway in 1893 and excavated in the 1970s, it exemplifies the maritime prowess of the Vikings.

Linda Sten Vagnes, one of the expedition leaders, explained that the trip, set to conclude in 2026, had to be rerouted due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The ship's next stages include sailing around Italy and Sicily and eventually reaching Paris.

(With inputs from agencies.)