Massengrab von Wiederstedt, Neolithic mass burial site in Wiederstedt, Germany
The Wiederstedt mass grave is a Neolithic burial site featuring a circular burial pit approximately 1.5 meters in diameter. Located 1.6 meters below ground, it contains the remains of ten individuals, including two adults and eight children.
The grave was discovered in 1998 during construction work for a fire station and dates back to the Linear Pottery culture period approximately 7,000 years ago. It provides insight into early Neolithic burial practices and settlement patterns of this prehistoric society.
The burial method shows differences from standard Linear Pottery culture practices, as bodies were placed without particular arrangement or grave goods. This type of burial suggests special circumstances that set it apart from ordinary burials.
The site is located in Wiederstedt and can be visited within the context of exploring the village, with archaeological field markers indicating the original location. Visitors should note that the exact site may be partially obscured by modern structures, and local information can be helpful for navigation.
Unlike other mass graves from the same period, the skeletal remains show no signs of violence or combat injuries. This suggests the individuals likely died from disease or other natural causes rather than conflict.
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