Danevirke, Defensive wall in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
The Danevirke extends for 33 kilometers through Schleswig-Holstein, consisting of earth ramparts, stone walls, and wooden barriers constructed at strategic points.
Construction of the defensive system began in the 8th century to protect Danish territories from Saxon invasions and control trade routes between the North and Baltic Seas.
The Danevirke represents the intersection of Danish and German cultural influences, marking a boundary between Scandinavian and Continental European territories.
The Danewerk Museum provides guided tours in German and English, with exhibits displaying archaeological findings and reconstructions of the ancient fortification system.
Archaeological excavations at the Danevirke revealed sections of the wall containing millions of stones transported from locations over 30 kilometers away.
Location: Schleswig-Holstein
Inception: 6 century
Website: https://haithabu-danewerk.de
GPS coordinates: 54.47750,9.48667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:20
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