Burgstall Schwedenschanze, Archaeological site and cultural heritage monument in Cham, Germany.
The Burgstall Schwedenschanze site contains remnants of walls and moat structures situated at coordinates 49°13'23.2"N and 12°41'35.2"E in Bavaria.
The fortification traces its origins to medieval times, with archaeological evidence indicating various defensive purposes throughout different historical periods.
The name Schwedenschanze, meaning Swedish trench, reflects the complex interactions between local populations and military forces during the Thirty Years' War.
The location provides visitors access to informational displays that detail the site's archaeological findings and historical significance within the Upper Palatinate region.
This fortification belongs to a network of similar structures across Eastern Bavaria, appearing on maps from the 1830s as defensive positions along ancient trade routes.
Location: Cham
GPS coordinates: 49.22310,12.69310
Latest update: March 10, 2025 21:48
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