Eddeboe, Archaeological site in Flensburg, Germany
Description
Eddeboe is an archaeological site in western Marienhölzung in Flensburg with two distinct fortified areas structured by walls and ditches. The remains of a former fortified residence are visible there, with ground plans and water features still evident today.
History
The site developed around 1200 as a noble residence and reached its peak in the 14th century under the Jul family, whose members later governed Flensburg. Decline followed as power centers shifted to the city itself.
Culture
The site was home to noble families who held significant power in Flensburg and remain part of the region's memory today. The remains show how local leaders made their authority visible through fortifications and water barriers.
Practical
The site is accessible and features an interpretive panel on-site with explanations of its history and structure. It is best visited on foot from the city to enjoy the surrounding forest setting.
Did you know?
The complex was built on a hill and surrounded by water ditches, making it stand out markedly in the flat landscape. This location provided protection while simultaneously displaying the owner's wealth and power to all who passed by.
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