Alte Burg

The fortification sits on a spur of Burgberg hill at 695 meters elevation, featuring deep moats and substantial ramparts extending across the terrain.

Archaeological excavations in 1894 revealed a burial pit containing six human skeletons, with subsequent investigations in 2006 uncovering bone fragments from the 3rd century BC.

The site's architecture and layout indicate its function as a ceremonial gathering place for Celtic communities rather than a residential settlement.

Visitors can explore the 2-hectare plateau enclosed by multiple defensive structures, including a 13-meter-thick northeastern wall with internal stone construction.

The fortification's proximity to Heuneburg, located 9 kilometers southeast, connects it to a network of Celtic ceremonial sites across the region.

Location: Langenenslingen

GPS coordinates: 48.16280,9.34750

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:48