Castra Bodobrica

Castra Bodobrica is a Roman fort built along the Rhine with a rectangular layout and defensive fortifications typical of military camps. The structure contains barracks, administrative buildings, and storage facilities arranged in a grid pattern inside the protective walls.

This military post was established in the mid-4th century to defend the Roman frontier along the Rhine. The garrison was withdrawn after 406 AD when the empire could no longer maintain its borders in this region.

The name comes from the Celtic settlement Baudobriga, which the Romans adapted and transformed into a military stronghold. Visitors can see how this cultural shift is embedded in the stone walls that still define the site.

The site is located near Boppard's train station, making it easy to reach on foot from the town center. Sections of the defensive walls remain visible, particularly on the Rhine side where they stand quite tall.

The walls rank among the best preserved Roman defensive structures north of the Alps and show varying thicknesses depending on their location. The Rhine-facing side was built thinner because the river itself provided natural protection.

Location: Boppard

Part of: Donau-Iller-Rhein-Limes

GPS coordinates: 50.23103,7.59173

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:00