Gräberfeld

A Gräberfeld is a designated archaeological area where multiple ancient graves or burial sites are grouped together. Typically found in European contexts, it often refers to a cemetery used over a period for the interment of the dead, revealing insights into the burial practices, social structures, and cultural beliefs of past societies. These burial grounds can include various types of graves, such as simple pits or elaborate tombs, and are important for understanding historical human activity, rituals, and community organization.