Beckinghausen, Roman military camp in Lünen, Germany.
The archaeological site of Beckinghausen contains remains of Roman fortifications located on the northern frontier of the Roman Empire.
The site dates back to the period when Romans established military camps along the Rhine to secure their territories between 55 BC and 459 AD.
Archaeological excavations at Beckinghausen reveal information about Roman military architecture and daily life of soldiers stationed at the northern border.
Visitors can access the site by following the cycling network that connects multiple historical locations throughout the Ruhr region.
The geographical position of Beckinghausen at coordinates 51.6155815, 7.5666366 marks the northernmost Roman military installation in this part of Germania.
Location: Lünen
GPS coordinates: 51.61558,7.56664
Latest update: April 19, 2025 13:19
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