Discover Bilsen – Dreebargen and Monastery History

Bilsen can be understood through its archaeological sites and medieval monastery history. Dreebargen is considered the largest megalithic tomb in Schleswig-Holstein; nearby, the Süllberge form a larger field of Bronze Age burial mounds, which formerly belonged to Bilsen. Also part of its history is the sale of the village to Harvestehude Monastery in 1385. In the overarching destination of Pinneberg, independent cultural and leisure attractions broaden the range of themes.

Archaeological traces in Bilsen

Dreebargen is considered Schleswig-Holstein’s largest megalithic tomb. Nearby, the Süllberge form a larger field of Bronze Age burial mounds; they formerly belonged to Bilsen. The distinction is also clear in the terminology: Dreebargen refers to a megalithic tomb, while Süllberge refers to a field of burial mounds. Thus, a named megalithic tomb and a burial-mound field represent different archaeological features. The Süllberge are also dated to the Bronze Age, and their former association with Bilsen links the burial-mound field to the history of the village. When considering Bilsen from a cultural and historical perspective, you can distinguish between the type of tomb, its historical period, and its connection to the village’s past.

Bilsen and its monastery history

In 1385, Bilsen was sold to Harvestehude Monastery. The village was a former Hamburg monastery village. The year specifies when it was sold; the description identifies Bilsen as a former monastery village.

Parks and gardens in the overarching destination of Pinneberg

In the overarching destination of Pinneberg, two green spaces can be compared by their location and use. Pinneberger Fahlt is a wooded area and a local recreation area in Pinneberg city forest. It is used for walking, jogging and sports activities. Drosteipark is located directly behind Pinneberg town centre and offers walking paths as well as opportunities for sport and exercise. This brings into focus two different recreational spaces: a wooded area in the city forest and a park immediately behind the town centre.

The tree park in Pinneberg features the 26 “Trees of the Year.” The idea originated in 2013 as part of the International Garden Show igs Hamburg, in the Pinneberger Baumschulland exhibition area. Alongside green spaces with walking and sports facilities, it has its own focus on trees. The number of trees and the park’s historical origins give it a clearly defined character.

The Arboretum is located in nearby Ellerhoop-Thiensen and is a public park covering approximately 17 hectares. About 7.5 hectares are open to the public. Its horticultural highlights include a large shrub peony collection, lotus flowers in the park lake and an amber garden. The peonies and lotus flowers add a seasonal dimension to a garden visit; if flowering is important for your plans, take this seasonal aspect into account.

Culture and other activities in Pinneberg

Cablesport Arena Pinneberg is a cable park on a lake for water skiing and wakeboarding. These two water sports are its main attractions. If you plan to take part in either activity, check the current opening dates and prices in advance.

The Drostei is the cultural centre of Pinneberg district and offers exhibitions, concerts and literary events. The Baumschulmuseum Pinneberg is the only museum in the German-speaking region devoted to the nursery industry. In the overarching destination of Pinneberg, both a diverse cultural centre and a museum with a clearly defined specialist subject can therefore serve as cultural highlights.

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