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Castra Divitia, Roman military fort in Deutz district, Cologne, Germany.

The fort contains preserved sections of the east gate and foundation remnants integrated into the modern Rhine boulevard of Cologne.

Emperor Constantine ordered the construction of Castra Divitia in the early 4th century to strengthen the defense of Roman territories along the Rhine.

The fort represents the northern segment of the Roman border defense system, recognized in 2021 as part of the Lower German Limes UNESCO World Heritage.

The archaeological site is accessible through the Cologne Deutz Messe railway station and light rail lines 1, 7, and 9 at Deutzer Freiheit stop.

The semi-circular structure known as the ham cauldron remains visible within the Rhine boulevard, demonstrating Roman military architectural techniques.

Location: Deutz

Location: Cologne

Location: Germania Inferior

Part of: Lower German Limes, Frontiers of the Roman Empire – The Lower German Limes (Germany)

GPS coordinates: 50.93805,6.97040

Latest update: April 19, 2025 13:19

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