Neolithic occupation 4500 av. J.-C. - 750 av. J.-C. (≈ 2625 av. J.-C.)
Period of occupancy of the archaeological site.
1993
Registration historical monument
Registration historical monument 1993 (≈ 1993)
Official site ranking.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Origin and history
The fortified habitat of the Bois de la Miotte is an archaeological site located in the commune of Belfort, in the department of the Territory of Belfort, in Burgundy-Franche-Comté. This monument, protected as historical monuments, bears witness to a human occupation dating back to the Neolithic period, between 4500 and 750 B.C.E. Its registration in 1993 underscores its historic and historic importance to the region.
The site illustrates the ways of life and organization of neolithic communities, a period marked by gradual sedentarization, the development of agriculture and the emergence of more complex social structures. Fortified habitats, such as the Bois de la Miotte, often played a defensive and community role, reflecting the protection and cohesion needs of the people of the time.
The designation of the site as a historical monument in 1993 allowed the preservation of this archaeological vestige, offering researchers and the public a tangible testimony of the first societies organized in this region. This ranking also enhances the cultural and scientific value of the site, while ensuring its conservation for future generations.
