Castra of Gunzenhausen

The Castra of Gunzenhausen is a Roman military fort in Bavaria with preserved ramparts, defensive ditches, and foundation remains. The site displays the characteristic rectangular layout of a Roman fortress and covers a substantial area with multiple interior structures.

The fort was founded in the 2nd century as a defensive outpost along the Roman frontier. It was part of the Limes system and was eventually abandoned as Roman power in the region declined.

The name reflects its past as a Roman garrison, and the layout reveals how soldiers lived and worked at this remote posting. Walking through the remains gives you a sense of daily routines in this frontier settlement.

The site is freely accessible and has information boards placed along the pathways. Comfortable footwear is recommended as you will walk across grass and sometimes uneven ground.

Excavations have uncovered everyday items including coins and pottery fragments. These finds reveal that traders and craftspeople brought goods from distant parts of the empire to this remote post.

Location: Gunzenhausen

Part of: Upper German-Raetian Limes, Cultural heritage D-5-6830-0022 in Gunzenhausen, Raetian Limes

GPS coordinates: 49.11278,10.75556

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:20