Colombischlössle Archeological Museum, museum in Freiburg im Breisgau
The Colombischlössle Archaeological Museum in Freiburg is an archaeology museum housed in a 16th-century building that resembles a small castle with tall windows and stone walls. The displays showcase regional finds spanning from prehistoric times through the Middle Ages, including rare objects such as Venus figurines over 12,000 years old and the oldest glass bowl known north of the Alps.
The building was constructed in the 16th century and served various purposes before being converted into a museum. The exhibits demonstrate that the area has been inhabited since prehistoric times and later came under Roman rule, highlighting the long history of settlement in this region.
The museum displays everyday objects from earlier peoples, ranging from tools to jewelry and pottery. These finds tell stories about how people lived and what they valued in this region thousands of years ago.
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and is located near Freiburg's city center on Rotteckring. Interactive exhibits and a model burial chamber make the visit engaging for all ages, with walkthrough displays and 3D images that help bring the past to life.
The museum holds a luggage tag from a Roman camp bearing the name of Roman officer Varus, showing how Roman soldiers were stationed in this region. The grounds also feature a charming vine garden where visitors can stroll and discover different local and international grape varieties.
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