Huldtoneel, Medieval inauguration site in Heemskerk, Netherlands.
The Huldtoneel is an artificial hill with a three-sided stone monument located near Rijksstraatweg 201 in northern Heemskerk. The site consists of two protected components: the archaeological layer of the hill and the stone structure itself, both registered as national heritage monuments.
During the Middle Ages, this elevated ground served as the official location where Counts of Holland were recognized as Lords of Kennemerland. Archaeological excavations in 1863 uncovered pottery, burnt bones, and iron remnants, suggesting the hill functioned as a Roman-era burial site in earlier periods.
Archaeological excavations in 1863 uncovered pottery, burnt bones, and iron remnants, suggesting the hill's earlier function as a Roman-era burial ground.
The monument is accessible and can be viewed from outside, with the hill and stone structure easily visible from the adjacent road. It is advisable to visit during daylight hours to better appreciate the details and surroundings of this site.
The hill was originally called Schupildhem when it first appeared in records in 860. Its official protection status came much later in 1967, making it a recognized national heritage site.
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