Steinkiste von Anderlingen

The Steinkiste von Anderlingen is a Bronze Age burial cist in Germany built from split granite blocks. The construction measures approximately 2 meters in length, 0.7 meters in width, and 1 meter in height.

The cist was discovered in 1907 during material extraction from a burial mound and dates to between 1700 and 1400 BCE. Following its discovery, it was relocated to the Lower Saxony State Museum in Hanover.

The southern stone displays three carved human figures that resemble rock carvings from Southern Scandinavia. These representations offer insight into the artistic expression of the people who built this grave.

The object is now on display at the Lower Saxony State Museum in Hanover, where it was relocated after excavation. Its location within the museum makes it easily accessible for visitors interested in archaeological discoveries.

Inside the cist, archaeologists found unburned bone remains in the northern section and bronze artifacts in the southern part. This distinct arrangement of finds suggests intentional placement patterns typical of that era.

Location: Anderlingen

GPS coordinates: 52.36490,9.74013

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41