Gräberfeld von Gevensleben, Early Christian burial ground in Helmstedt district, Germany.
Gräberfeld von Gevensleben is a medieval burial ground in Lower Saxony with more than 50 graves positioned about 70 centimeters deep in the ground. The burials rest in yellowish loess soil and contain grave goods such as knives, jewelry, and personal items.
The burial ground began around 695 and remained in use for about 170 years, marking a period when the region shifted from pagan to Christian practices. The cemetery records this religious transformation in the historical territory of Eastphalia.
The graves reveal differences between ordinary and wealthier burials through the types of objects placed with the dead. Knives, belt buckles, and jewelry show how people were laid to rest according to their social standing.
The site is located in a rural area and is best reached by local transportation or car. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and check ahead about current access conditions before planning a visit.
One of the burials contained the remains of an older woman who was laid to rest with notably valuable objects, including a pearl necklace and a silver earring. These fine grave goods suggest she held a high social position.
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