Viking burial practices varied widely, but they often involved placing the deceased in a grave or a ship. The body was typically accompanied by grave goods, such as weapons, tools, and personal items, which were believed to assist the deceased in the afterlife. Some burials included cremation, where the body was burned, and the ashes were placed in urns or scattered. In certain cases, prominent individuals were buried in elaborate ships, like the famous Oseberg ship, which was discovered in Norway. These ship burials symbolized the deceased's status and provided a means for their journey to the afterlife.