Pegelhäuschen, Ancient settlement in Bergedorf, Germany
Description
Pegelhäuschen is an ancient settlement in Bergedorf, a place where people thousands of years ago built their homes on elevated ground near water sources. Archaeologists found stone foundations and other remains that show how residents carefully positioned their buildings and used the landscape.
History
This place was founded during the Bronze Age, when the first people arrived and settled here roughly 3,200 years ago. Since 2015, archaeologists have regularly dug and uncovered more about the lives of these early inhabitants.
Culture
Walking across the site today, you can sense how early residents used materials from around them and built structures suited to the harsh northern environment. The way houses were laid out shows that people lived closely together and followed similar building patterns.
Practical
The site is open most days, but you'll have the best experience visiting during the warmer months from April through October, when archaeologists are actively working and digging. The location sits on elevated terrain, so wear sturdy shoes and be ready for uneven ground.
Did you know?
Researchers found traces of defensive walls here built from an unusual mix of local limestone and timber framing. This particular building method was very practical for its time and shows how resourceful the residents were in using what they had.
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