Castra of Schloßau

The Castra of Schloßau contains remnants of military structures including barracks, storage buildings, and foundations situated on a Buntsandstone plateau at 500 meters elevation.

The Romans constructed this fortification around 100 AD as part of the Odenwald limes system connecting the Main and Neckar rivers until its abandonment in 250 AD.

The site represents Roman military engineering through its architectural layout and demonstrates the strategic placement of fortifications for controlling territorial boundaries in Germania Superior.

The archaeological site features a Limeslehrpfad educational path that connects Schloßau to Hesselbach, providing information about the ancient Roman frontier system.

Archaeological excavations at the fort have revealed evidence of a civilian settlement and bathhouse complex adjacent to the military installation.

Location: Mudau

Location: Germania Superior

Part of: Neckar-Odenwald-Limes, Römisches Kastell Schloßau mit Lagerdorf und Badeanlage bei Schloßau

GPS coordinates: 49.54060,9.14944

Latest update: March 25, 2025 01:03