Contiomagus, Archaeological site in Dillingen/Saar, Germany.
Contiomagus is an archaeological site with remains from the Roman settlement period near Pachten. The excavations show foundations of temples, theaters, villas, and houses scattered across a large area.
The settlement developed around 10 BC at the crossing of two major Roman trade routes. This strategic location helped it grow into a busy trading hub for goods flowing between distant cities.
The objects found here show how Celtic and Roman traditions mixed in everyday life. Graves and household items suggest both cultures coexisted and influenced each other over time.
The museum in Pachten displays many objects from the excavations and helps you understand the Roman history of the region. Visiting both the site and the museum together gives you a fuller picture of what the settlement was like.
A Roman villa nearby had advanced heating systems and mosaic floors, suggesting wealthy inhabitants lived there. This discovery shows the settlement was not just a trading post but also home to affluent families.
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