This town is known from 869, which make it young comparing to many ancient towns of Southern Europe, but this is a very respectable age at this latitude. Actually, it's one of the oldest towns in whole Scandinavia. Its cobblestoned streets and half-timbered houses remember the old times when Ribe was very important trading center. The town remains small, any of its corners is walkable from the main square, Torvet, in 10-15 minutes.
