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Poppstein Megalithic Tomb

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Poppstein Megalithic Tomb

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Poppstein Megalithic Tomb

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Location: Stolk, Schleswig-Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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1. Frörup Watermill – Schleswig Old Town loop from Flensburg / Flensborg

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Klaus 🚴‍♂️ SchleiRadler 🚴‍♂️

May 21, 2020

The Poppostein (also called baptismal font, Danish: Popposten (en)) is a megalithic grave from the Neolithic period near the Ochsenweg near Helligbek, Sieverstedt municipality, in the Schleswig Geest east of the B76 from Flensburg to Schleswig. The megalithic system of the funnel cup culture (TBK) was built between 3500 and 2800 BC. BC

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JR56

June 6, 2025

Hidden in the rolling hills west of Idstedt lies the Poppostein – an extended dolmen from the Neolithic period (c. 4200–1700 BC), once part of an earth-covered burial mound. Despite partial destruction, several supporting stones, a capstone, and a possible passage are still visible today.

The burial chamber is surrounded by six historic boundary stones bearing the coat of arms
of the Danish King Frederick VII, who acquired the site in 1859.

But it's not just the Stone Age architecture that fascinates.

The Poppostein is also a place of legend:
Bishop Poppo is said to have baptized the famous Viking King Harald Bluetooth here – an episode deeply rooted in regional history.

This king, in turn, inspired the inventors of wireless Bluetooth technology, which was named after him, around 1,000 years later.

Thus, the Poppostein combines archaeological monument, spiritual symbolism, and the digital present in a unique way.

The site is not directly on the hiking trail, but is easily accessible via a short footpath from the parking lot on the L317 state road – a worthwhile detour for anyone who wants to experience history.

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Location: Stolk, Schleswig-Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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Poppstein Megalithic Tomb

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