Stellerburg, Early medieval ring castle in Weddingstedt, Germany
Stellerburg is an early medieval ring wall fortification in Weddingstedt, built from heaped earth embankments and sod materials with an oval shape. The structure includes substantial gateways on the north and east sides that controlled access to the enclosed area.
The fortification was built in the 7th century before Charlemagne conquered northern Saxony and served as a defensive stronghold between marshlands for several generations. The site lost its military importance around the 10th century as settlement patterns in the region changed.
The site was an important center for early settlement in moorland areas, where people built their homes from wood and created well-organized pathways between the gates. This building style shows how residents could manage life in a challenging landscape with moisture and water.
The site is accessible through walking and cycling routes, with information boards at the location providing historical background. Visitors should expect wet ground and boggy conditions, especially during wetter seasons.
It is the northernmost ring wall fortification of Saxon design in Germany, showing how far northern settlement extended in early medieval times. The oval shape and earthwork construction set it apart from other contemporary fortifications in the region.
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