Stesser Burg, montagne allemande
Stesser Burg is a hillfort with circular earthworks atop a wooded hill overlooking the Ruhr valley in Meschede. The site features outer walls surrounding approximately two hectares, with smaller terraces and internal walls showing signs of multiple construction phases and varied uses over time.
The first occupation of Stesser Burg dates to the late Iron Age around 1000 to 300 BC, as confirmed by pottery finds. The site saw renewed use in the Middle Ages, with ceramic fragments from the 10th to 14th centuries showing continued activity in the surrounding area.
The name Stesser Burg refers to the site's role as a defensive structure in the region. Today, visitors walking around can see the remnants of walls and ditches that show how this place once served as a refuge and lookout point.
To reach Stesser Burg, follow paths leading uphill through the forest to the hilltop. The site is open year-round for visitors to walk the earthworks, though the warmer months offer the most pleasant conditions for exploration.
A small gold ring from the late Iron Age around 300 BC was discovered here, indicating the site's importance to local communities. Gold and silver coins also found suggest the place played a role in trade and exchange over several centuries.
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