Castrum Vitudurum, Roman archaeological site in Oberwinterthur, Switzerland.
The remains of Castrum Vitudurum include commercial buildings, residential structures, religious edifices, and public facilities near St Arbogast church in Oberwinterthur.
Founded around 4 BC, the Roman settlement Vitudurum developed into a fortified castrum in 294 AD during the reign of Emperor Diocletian.
Archaeological excavations at Castrum Vitudurum have uncovered wooden tablets with inscriptions, pottery fragments, and leather items from the first century.
The archaeological site contains multiple sections open for exploration, including temple foundations, residential areas, and preserved infrastructure systems from Roman times.
The location preserves wooden spring captures and water pipes that supplied different houses, demonstrating advanced Roman engineering techniques.
Location: Oberwinterthur
Location: Winterthur
Location: Zürich
Part of: Donau-Iller-Rhein-Limes, list of cultural properties in Winterthur/district 2
GPS coordinates: 47.50672,8.75555
Latest update: March 23, 2025 19:52
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