The ship, believed to have been used for transporting goods, was built several centuries ago. Despite its considerable age, not only the main elements of the hull but also part of the internal structure have survived underwater. This provides researchers with a rare opportunity to study the shipbuilding technologies of the past in detail. Scientists explain the excellent preservation by the special conditions of Lake Constance, located on the borders of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The vessel lies at a great depth, where there is virtually no sunlight, low temperatures are maintained, and very little oxygen is present. Additionally, over the years, the hull has been covered by a thick layer of silt, which has protected the wood from decay. Currently, specialists do not plan to raise the ship to the surface. According to them, after contact with air, the ancient wood may begin to deteriorate rapidly, and its conservation would require enormous resources and many years of work. Instead, archaeologists are conducting detailed 3D scanning of the find to create an accurate digital model and study the unique monument without the risk of damaging it.