prehistoric pile dwellings around the Alps
sites palafittiques préhistoriques autour des Alpes
series of stilt houses built near the Alps mountain range
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:56
A very warm welcome to the scenic viewing platform resting gracefully along the edge of this serene alpine lake. Please pause for a moment on the wooden deck, take a deep breath of fresh mountain air, and look out over the gentle…
Listen in the app2Spot 1 - The Wooden Pile Foundations & Waterlogged Soil2:59
It is truly astonishing that thousands of wooden stakes driven deep into waterlogged mud over five thousand years ago remain perfectly preserved at this very site today. Look closely down at the water near the shore reeds on your…
Listen in the app3Spot 2 - Reconstructed Stilt House Architecture2:45
It is truly remarkable that these prehistoric multi-story dwellings utilized split wooden logs, turf insulation, and thick clay plaster to remain warm and completely dry inside during severe alpine winters. Position yourself…
Listen in the app4Spot 3 - The Interior Hearth & Prehistoric Kitchen2:40
Among the most surprising discoveries retrieved from these stilt house kitchens are small lumps of dark birch pitch tar bearing distinct human tooth marks, which were chewed by prehistoric lake dwellers as a medicinal gum to…
Listen in the app5Spot 4 - The Lake Waterfront & Fishing Station2:28
It is truly remarkable that ancient lake dwellers carved entire seaworthy vessels out of a single massive tree trunk using nothing more than stone axes, wooden wedges, and controlled fire. Look out across the water toward where…
Listen in the app6Spot 5 - Toolmaking & Textile Craft Corner2:30
It is truly extraordinary that these oxygen-free mud deposits preserved Europe's oldest woven linen textiles dating to 3000 BC, along with intact wooden cart wheels complete with axles dating back to 3400 BC. Look at the glass…
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As we reach the conclusion of our guided tour, please step out onto the observation terrace and take one final look across the shimmering lake and the majestic alpine landscape. Beneath these serene waters lies a vast, fragile…
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| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 7 |
| Total length | 18 min 16 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 47.6746, 9.1210 |
| Last updated |