Two settlement complexes were examined in greater detail. By 1960, a settlement was found on the municipality's western border with Bosenbach, and an archaeological dig was undertaken. Unearthed here were wall remnants, waste, clay waterpipes and pieces of little heating pipes, leading investigators to conclude that it was a settlement from the 2nd and 3rd centuries. A more thorough investigation was completed at the settlement complex on the "Trautmannsberg" (or "Trautelsberg", but, in either case, a mountain). Here, in 2002-2003, preparations to lay a long-distance gas pipeline facilitated an intensive investigation of the designated ground area. The site proved to house a remarkably large complex of Roman structures over what was a possible temple zone and a villa rustica, accompanied by many outbuildings. An adjoining area of about one hectare was placed under a protection order.