Discovery of archaeological remains
The discovery of archaeologically significant objects must be reported. From time to time, antique coins, ceramic shards, flint chips, historical metal remnants, etc. could be found in the earth or in the water.
The find is to be addressed to the Lower Saxony State Office for the Preservation of Monuments or to the lower monument protection authority of the place of discovery or the municipality.
To the Lower Saxony State Office for the Preservation of Monuments or to the lower monument protection authority of the site or the municipality.
The applicant must guarantee that he or she will properly report and handle finds. This requires theoretical training at the State Office for the Preservation of Monuments and a practical exercise.
If further documents are required, please coordinate this directly with the lower monument authority.
There are no fees.
Notification Period: 4 DaysThe notification must be issued no later than four working days after discovery of the find.
§ 14 Lower Saxony Monument Protection Act (NDSchG)
Forms available: Yes
Written form required: No
Informal application possible: No
Personal appearance required: No
Certain soil finds may be dangerous remnants, in particular weapons of war and other ordnance. In these cases, immediate information to the police or explosive ordnance disposal service is required.
Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture (MWK)
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