Castra of Benningen

Castra of Benningen is a Roman fortification in Benningen am Neckar with stone foundations covering approximately 2.2 hectares and featuring four gates, corner towers, and defensive walls along the river. The ruins reveal a well-preserved layout that shows important details about how a Roman military installation was organized at the frontier.

The fort was built around 85 AD as a military station for a Roman army unit to guard the northern frontier of Germania Superior province. During the 2nd century, the installation underwent significant transformation from wooden structures to stone construction, reflecting growing military needs at the border.

The nearby Museum im Adler displays artifacts from the fort, while the Alexander Church in Marbach preserves a Roman inscription in its outer wall. These objects and markings allow visitors to trace the connection between Roman life at this location and later local history.

The site can be visited freely and allows visitors to explore the ruins and adjacent sections of a Roman road. Guided tours are available to provide detailed information about the fort and its history.

The transformation from wooden structures to stone construction during the 2nd century shows how Roman military engineering continuously evolved. This shift demonstrates the Roman commitment to upgrading frontier defenses as needs changed over time.

Location: Benningen am Neckar

Location: Germania Superior

Part of: Neckar-Odenwald-Limes

GPS coordinates: 48.94390,9.24931

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:25