Matilo, Roman fortification in Leiden, Netherlands
The archaeological remains of Matilo consist of a rectangular military fort positioned at the intersection of the Oude Rijn river and Corbulo's Canal.
The Roman fort was established around 70 AD after the Batavian Revolt and served as a defensive structure until its abandonment between 240 and 260 AD.
The fort housed different military units including the Cohors XV Voluntarium and Cohors I Lucensium, demonstrating the Roman military presence in Germania Inferior.
Park Matilo remains accessible throughout the day without entrance fees, featuring informative signs that detail the history of the Roman fortification.
A bronze cavalry mask discovered near the fort in 1996 dates from the first century AD and currently resides in the National Museum of Antiquities.
Location: Germania Inferior
Location: Leiden
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: Lower German Limes, Frontiers of the Roman Empire — The Lower German Limes (Netherlands)
Address: Matiloweg e.o. 2314 TR
Website: https://parkmatilo.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.14997,4.51763
Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:48
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