Vorstengraf Oss

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Vorstengraf Oss, Iron Age burial mound in Oss, Netherlands.

The burial mound measures 54 meters in diameter and rises 3 meters above ground level, making it one of the largest prehistoric graves in the Netherlands.

Researchers discovered the site in 1933 during construction work, uncovering a bronze cauldron containing an iron sword dating back to 700 BCE.

The excavation revealed burial practices from the Early Iron Age period, including cremation rituals and the placement of valuable objects with the deceased.

Visitors can reach the archaeological site by taking the Oss-Oost exit from highway A59 and following the path north of the Graafseweg road.

The location features visible markers with poles indicating the original circumference of the burial mound, helping visitors understand its original dimensions.

Location: Oss

GPS coordinates: 51.73306,5.56689

Latest update: March 13, 2025 19:45

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