Marcomagus, Roman archaeological site in Nettersheim, Germany.
Marcomagus was a Roman settlement that spread over several hundred meters along an ancient road and contained residential buildings and temple foundations. The site lay strategically between two river valleys and included different functional areas for daily and religious activities.
The settlement arose on an important trade route between Trier and Cologne and was inhabited for several centuries before being abandoned in the early centuries of our era. The location marked a turning point in Roman presence in the region as control shifted away from the area.
The site can be explored on marked paths that connect different archaeological areas. It is best visited during dry weather, as the ground becomes muddy after rain.
At the location called Steinrütsch, traces of iron production were found that spanned many generations. The remains of ancient smelting facilities show that this place was an important craft center in the Roman economy.
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