Schalkholz Passage Grave

The Schalkholz passage grave is built from nine large boulders arranged to form an oval chamber with a corridor extending from one side. The structure was moved to Heide city park where it remains accessible for visitors today.

The monument was built during the Funnelbeaker culture period between 3500 and 2800 BCE. Archaeological work in 1969 uncovered evidence of repeated use, showing that people returned to bury their dead here across multiple generations.

The burial chamber was filled with clay pots and flint tools that show how early farming communities treated their dead with care and ritual. These objects tell us about the crafts and beliefs that mattered most to the people who lived here.

The site is now located in Heide city park near the water tower and central bus station, making it easy to reach. The setting offers clear views of the structure and nearby amenities for visitors.

This structure is the southernmost example of Nordic passage grave design, revealing how far cultural exchange and trade networks extended in prehistoric times. The oval chamber shape marks it as unusual compared to burial monuments found farther north.

Location: Schalkholz

GPS coordinates: 54.25278,9.25334

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48