Römisches Marschlager Wilkenburg, Roman military camp archaeological site in Hemmingen, Germany
The Roman military camp at Wilkenburg is an archaeological site with remains of a Roman military fort from the 1st century. The grounds still show ancient ditches, earthworks, and traces of fortifications that archaeologists have carefully exposed.
The camp was built in the middle of the 1st century by Roman legions to secure newly conquered territories north of the Rhine. It marks an important point in Roman expansion into Germany and was later abandoned when the Romans changed their military strategy.
The place reveals how Roman soldiers lived and worked in unfamiliar territory. The objects found there tell the story of their daily lives: tools, weapons, and household items that visitors can still see today.
The site is freely accessible with information panels explaining the layout and archaeological findings. Visitors can explore the grounds on their own or join guided walks to learn more about the camp's structure and purpose.
The camp is one of the few places in Lower Saxony where the characteristic Roman pointed ditch remains clearly visible in the landscape. This special trench system with its pointed form was typical of Roman military camps and still shows the technical precision of these builders.
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