Castra Bonna

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Castra Bonna, Roman military fort in Bonn, Germany.

The fortress of Castra Bonna stands along the Rhine River, featuring defensive walls and architectural elements typical of Roman military engineering.

Built in the first century CE, Castra Bonna functioned as a strategic military outpost within Germania Inferior to protect the northern frontier of the Roman Empire.

The archaeological remains of Castra Bonna demonstrate the integration of Roman military architecture with local Germanic building techniques and materials.

Visitors can explore the archaeological site through guided tours starting at the Rheinische Landesmuseum Bonn, which displays numerous artifacts from the fortress.

The fortress includes preserved sections of original Roman walls that later influenced the development of medieval fortifications in the Rhineland region.

Location: Germania Inferior

Part of: Lower German Limes, Roman limes

GPS coordinates: 50.74500,7.10000

Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:44

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Castra Bonna: Roman military fort in Bonn, Germany » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes