Nécropole mérovingienne du Brigandin, Merovingian necropolis in Chaumes-en-Retz, France.
The necropolis extends over 7,700 square meters near Brigandin Street and Pornic Street, featuring systematic rows of graves with designated pathways for access.
Archaeological excavations from 1967 to 2008 uncovered 421 skeletons dating back to the 6th and 7th centuries during the Merovingian period.
The burials contained personal ornaments such as fibulas, hairpins, and belt elements, indicating social distinctions among the deceased population.
The archaeological remains and artifacts discovered at the necropolis are now exhibited at the Museum of Bourgneuf for public viewing.
Anthropomorphological studies of 155 excavated skeletons revealed an unusually high average age of death for a medieval population in this region.
Location: Chaumes-en-Retz
GPS coordinates: 47.12270,-1.91360
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:02
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