Here, ancient stonework stands beside modern homes, giving this monument a setting unlike any other in Drenthe.
Move through the park and see how these ancient stones still claim their place.
Rijksmonument: protected as a national heritage site under Dutch law.
Era:
Neolithic period, approximately 3400 - 2850 BCE (5,400 - 4,900 years old).
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Dolmen D46
Hunebed D46 stands out as one of the few megalithic tombs embedded directly within a modern neighborhood. Set among footpaths, lawns, and homes in Emmen’s Angelslo district, it offers a rare encounter between everyday urban life and 5,000-year-old prehistory. Despite its residential setting, the structure remains clearly defined: upright orthostats and four restored capstones outline a recognizable chamber, revealing the monument’s original form more clearly than many fragmented sites. Its accessible location and striking contrast with the surrounding houses make D46 a distinctive stop within Drenthe’s network of prehistoric tombs.
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