Werd, Archaeological site in Eschenz, Switzerland
Werd is a small island in Lake Constance near Eschenz that contains the remains of prehistoric pile dwelling settlements. The island features archaeological excavation areas where researchers have uncovered artifacts and structures from different periods.
The island was inhabited from the Stone Age onward, revealing layers of different cultures that lived there across thousands of years. These stacked settlement layers show how human presence in the region unfolded over very long periods.
The island reveals how early communities organized their lives around the lake and what mattered to them daily. Pottery and tools found here show the ordinary activities and skills that people valued in their settlements.
You reach the island by boat departing from Eschenz, with regular service especially during the summer season. Wearing sturdy shoes and arranging a guide helps you explore the excavation areas safely and understand what you are seeing.
Early builders deliberately constructed settlements above the water level to stay dry when the lake rose and fell seasonally. People kept using this building method successfully for many generations without major changes.
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