Marktbreit

The excavated Roman fortress stretches across 37 hectares, featuring defensive structures and military command facilities at the intersection of Main and Breitbach rivers.

The Roman legionary base, constructed around 4 AD and abandoned by 9 AD, represented the easternmost fortification of Roman expansion into Germania territory.

Archaeological investigations between 1986 and 1993 uncovered evidence of a civilian settlement that supported 3000 inhabitants, including craftsmen serving the military personnel.

The Roman Cabinet in Marktbreit displays artifacts from the site, while an information trail guides visitors through the ancient military installation.

Aerial photographer Otto Braasch identified the site in 1985 through aerial reconnaissance, leading to discoveries of both a 9-hectare and 37-hectare camp.

GPS coordinates: 49.66990,10.15510

Latest update: March 7, 2025 11:48