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Archeology in Den Burg: Bronze Age secrets revealed!
On June 25, 2025, an archaeological research project that sheds light on the history of the region will take place in the Wezentuin, Den Burg, Texel.
Archeology in Den Burg: Bronze Age secrets revealed!
An exciting archaeological project is currently being carried out in the Wezentuin of Den Burg on Texel, which delves deep into the history of the region. The excavations, which began on June 23, 2025, are the result of a commission from the municipality of Texel and are led by Archeologie West-Friesland. The reason for this work is the need to remove a diseased linden tree and plant a new tree in its place. But as is often the case with construction work, the ground hides valuable treasures from the past.
What is particularly interesting is that the oldest finds in the Wezentuin date back to 1100 BC - a period that is assigned to the late Bronze Age. Archaeologists have discovered evidence of agricultural activity and possibly habitation in the area. People lived here with their livestock in wooden buildings until Roman times. But there is uncertainty about the origins of the ring wall castle built in the early Middle Ages: it could have been built by both the Frisians and the Franks. This strengthening of the area shows how strategically important the location was, which is particularly interesting to the researchers.
Insights into history
The excavations there are carried out particularly carefully in order to make different layers of earth visible. This is necessary because each of these layers can provide us with valuable information about the history of Texel. As has been noted in the past, archaeological investigations in this region began as early as World War II, when German commander Jacob Friesen examined the site. Since then, numerous excavations have revealed more about the area's past.
The researchers hope to find remains of old ditches and ramparts that may still be preserved despite previous fillings. In addition, finds of ceramics and other relics could provide further information about everyday life and the construction times of the Ringwallburg. Interested citizens have the opportunity to partially observe the excavations from the edge of the park.
A look at the event
The day on June 25, 2025 will be particularly exciting, when an explanation of the results so far will take place at the excavation site at 2:30 p.m. This provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about the residue of the past and ask expert questions.
The Wezentuin is not only archaeological evidence, but also a place of aesthetic value - a green oasis that unites past and present. It is to be hoped that the excavations will also provide insights that will make it possible to further preserve and understand Texel's rich historical heritage.
As I said, the property will be backfilled once the work is completed and a new tree will grace the landscape. Maybe one day he will tell the stories that the ground beneath him holds.