NAR 56: Village Formation in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages (AD 800-1600)

In this publication the development of a number of medieval villages is analysed and compared, after an in-depth collection of data.

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Medieval villages

The results from the archaeological excavations between 2005 and 2015 were analysed and compared for this research. The study shows that similar processes form the base of medieval development of the villages and that the available models are correct, in this respect. There is also a discussion on the large regional differences. And finally, a number of recommendations is made to further the research of medieval village formation.

The archaeological data do not provide enough insight. Additional historical-geographical research is necessary, combined with research on medieval land ownership. Furthermore, the research of medieval village formation would benefit immensely from specific research frameworks on a municipal level, and from continuity in research.

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Series: Nederlandse Archeologische Rapporten (NAR) 56
Projectmanagement: H. van Londen (Universiteit van Amsterdam)
Authors: J.P.W. Verspay (University of Amsterdam/University of West Bohemia), A.M.J.H. Huijbers (BAAC), J. Renes (Utrecht University), J. Symonds (University of Amsterdam), H. van Londen (University of Amsterdam)
ISBN/EAN: 9789057992940
Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands, 2018