Schanze Eschbacher Klippen

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Schanze Eschbacher Klippen, Archaeological hillfort near Eschbach, Germany.

The earthwork fortification forms a rectangular structure with walls measuring 75 meters on short sides and 140 meters on long sides.

The defensive structure stands at 400 meters elevation, featuring a 2-meter-wide trench that runs along the perimeter of the earth ramparts.

This archaeological monument in Hochtaunus represents an ancient settlement pattern, providing evidence of early human defensive architecture in central Germany.

The site lies north of Usingen-Eschbach district, with coordinates at 50.3651° N and 8.53697° E, near the natural formation of Eschbacher Klippen.

The exact purpose and construction date of this trapezoidal fortification remain unknown, making it a subject of ongoing archaeological research.

Location: Usingen

GPS coordinates: 50.36510,8.53697

Latest update: March 13, 2025 03:57

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