Castra of Heilbronn-Böckingen, Roman military fort in Böckingen, Germany
The archaeological remains of a Roman castrum contain foundation walls, storage structures, and defensive fortifications from the ancient military installation.
The fort operated as a strategic military base within the Neckar-Odenwald-Limes defense system, marking the northern border of the Roman Empire during the 2nd century.
The excavation site reveals numerous Samian ware pottery fragments, providing evidence of Roman manufacturing techniques and daily soldier activities in Germania Superior.
The archaeological site maintains regular opening hours for visitors, offering guided tours and educational programs about Roman military architecture and defense systems.
Archaeological research at the castrum continues to uncover artifacts that demonstrate the connections between Roman military presence and local Germanic settlements.
Location: Heilbronn
Location: Germania Superior
Part of: Neckar-Odenwald-Limes, Samian Research
GPS coordinates: 49.14661,9.19932
Latest update: April 19, 2025 13:19
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