Vicus Wareswald

Vicus Wareswald is a Roman settlement near St. Wendel whose remains spread across sloping terrain, showing building foundations and stone structures from ancient times. The site contains three distinct building complexes, with a significant portion systematically excavated.

The settlement was founded in the first century AD where major Roman roads intersected, linking regional cities. It reached its greatest size and prosperity during the second century.

The temple dedicated to Mars and decorated sandstone blocks show how Roman inhabitants worshipped their gods and displayed their craft skills. These finds reveal the religious practices and everyday life of this ancient settlement.

The site is partially accessible where visitors can view excavated foundations and stone walls up close. The surrounding slopes offer good viewpoints to understand how the settlement was positioned on the terrain.

Special measurements reveal the Roman settlement stretched in a long strip along the road, typical of a trading post. This layout suggests the vicus functioned as a crucial distribution point for goods and travelers.

Location: St. Wendel

GPS coordinates: 49.49420,7.05833

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:21