Veldwezelt-Hezerwater, Archaeological excavation in Veldwezelt, Belgium
The Veldwezelt-Hezerwater site contains multiple Paleolithic settlements located along the eastern side of the Albert Canal between Veldwezelt and Maastricht.
Between 1998 and 2003, six archaeological campaigns revealed evidence of four Neanderthal hunting camps and a flint quarry in the Hezerwater valley.
The excavation findings demonstrate that Neanderthals in the Low Countries maintained a presence during colder phases while hunting large mammals.
The archaeological site features permanent steel structures protecting vertical loam walls and offers guided tours for visitors interested in prehistoric discoveries.
The discoveries at this location represent the earliest evidence of Neanderthal presence in Flanders and the oldest in-situ habitation traces in Belgium.
Location: Lanaken
GPS coordinates: 50.85600,5.64100
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42
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