Castra of Kapersburg

The Castra of Kapersburg was a Roman military installation with rectangular stone walls situated in the Hessian forest. The ruins today reveal remains of residential buildings, bathhouses, and storage facilities that reflect the typical layout of a Roman fort.

The fort was established in the 1st century and served for several centuries as a border checkpoint against Germanic tribes. With the empire's withdrawal in the 3rd century, it was abandoned and faded into the forest.

The site reveals how Roman soldiers lived in this remote settlement and what daily objects they used. Pottery finds and coins tell stories about their habits and connections to the wider empire.

The site is reached by walking trails through the forest and lies along a tourist route connecting ancient border fortifications. Wear sturdy shoes and watch your step, as the ground is uneven and moss-covered stone foundations are sometimes hidden beneath vegetation.

Excavations uncovered layers from different time periods showing how the fort evolved over the centuries. Particularly striking are traces of repairs and modifications revealing that the installation was repeatedly renewed to remain operational.