Motte Beningsfeld

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Motte Beningsfeld, Medieval fortification site in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany.

The archaeological remains consist of an elevated earthen mound surrounded by water-filled ditches that formed part of a medieval defensive structure at Beningsfeld.

Built during the 11th century, this motte-and-bailey castle served as a strategic fortification point for controlling the surrounding territories in medieval North Rhine-Westphalia.

Archaeological excavations at the site have revealed numerous artifacts that demonstrate the daily routines and social structures of medieval German society.

The site, now utilized as a riding ground, maintains visible traces of the original motte hill and surrounding moat within the modern landscape.

This medieval fortification represents one of the archaeological testimonies of early castle construction techniques in the northern Rhineland region.

GPS coordinates: 50.96241,7.09791

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:00

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