Tinnumburg

Sylt, Germany

Tinnumburg is the best preserved of the three ancient ring forts in Sylt. The fort was built around the birth of Christ. The rampart has a diameter of 120 meters. The wall is up to seven meters high and has a circumference of about 440 meters. The castle had at least two gates (east and south).

Excavations in 1870, 1948 and 1976 provided evidence that the Tinnumburg was built in the style of early Roman Empire round ramparts on the North Frisian islands. The excavations have shown that this is a Germanic site of worship. The fort was in use again in the 8th to 10th centuries.

References:

Wikipedia

Address

Strandweg, Sylt, Germany

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Details

Founded: 0 AD
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Germany
Historical period: Germanic Tribes (Germany)

More Information

de.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Alexander Fels (2 years ago)
Finally an unspectacular place that only wants to speak for itself and not be a magnet for visitors. Those who are just a little interested in history and archeology will find these ancient remains freely accessible here on Sylt and embedded in a beautiful grassy landscape. Also perfect for a short walk with kids, precisely because the all-round view from above even extends to the Hörnum lighthouse in good weather. Excellent!

Finjolina _erlebt (3 years ago)
Wild nature, nice little trip. But it's more worthwhile if you're nearby.

Carsten (3 years ago)
Well, when the weather is nice you have a nice panoramic view of the surroundings of the former castle. The castle itself no longer stands. However, the way there is very nice and leads over a plank path through meadows and reeds.

ElƵorro - just gameplay - (3 years ago)
Sehr interessant und schnell zu erreichen. Auch mit Kinderwagen.

Ad Rau (4 years ago)
Unfortunately, one can only guess. Nice view of the landscape

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