Hunenborg, Medieval fortress ruins in Volthe, Netherlands.
Hunenborg is a medieval fortress structure near Volthe with a main castle and outer defensive ring surrounded by earthen ramparts and water-filled ditches. The entire site covers a woodland area where the old defensive lines are still visible in the terrain.
The site was built around 1050 with wooden palisades and stone foundations, which were discovered during excavations in 1916. These findings revealed that the fortification served as an important defensive position in medieval times.
The place takes its name from the medieval fortification and is now surrounded by woodland that frames the earthen ramparts and water-filled ditches. The layout of the defensive structure remains visible in the landscape today.
The best time to visit is during daylight hours when paths are clearly visible and you can read the site's structure in the landscape. Sturdy footwear is recommended, especially after rain, as the ground can become muddy.
The earthen ramparts were not built from solid material but from stacked heath sods covered with sand, showing clever engineering from that era. This construction method was economical and practical given the available resources.
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