Medieval Settlement Discovered in Polish Woodland with Unexplained Desertion
Archaeologists have identified remnants of a medieval town named Stolzenberg in a forest in Poland. The settlement, established around the start of the 14th century, features a central square, a primary roadway, and a defensive ditch. Its abandonment remains unclear, with no definitive cause yet determined. This finding provides insights into historical urban development in the region.
Key facts
- Stolzenberg is a medieval town found in a Polish forest
- It was founded approximately in the early 1300s
- The site includes a town square, main street, and moat
- The reasons for its desertion are not fully understood
- Discovery was made through archaeological surveys
Entities
Locations
- Stolzenberg
- Poland