Limes Alutanus, Roman frontier fortification system in Dacia, Romania
The Limes Alutanus is a Roman frontier defense system that runs along the Olt River in Dacia and consists of several fortified camps, watchtowers, and defensive walls. The archaeological remains spread across different locations and reveal the military infrastructure of this ancient border region.
The Romans built this defensive line starting in the 2nd century to secure the eastern border of Dacia against intruders. Over time, the installations were expanded and rebuilt multiple times to meet changing military needs.
The fortification system shows how Romans protected their borders and what role this line played in controlling the region militarily. Visitors can still see how soldiers organized their camps and monitored river crossings in those times.
The remains are located at several sites such as Boița, Câlineni, and Călimănești and are accessible to visitors. Joining guided tours helps you better understand the layout and significance of the different locations.
The fortification complex contains a ditch that runs from north to south and shows different architectural features from various periods of Roman occupation. This layered construction reveals how the Romans adapted their defenses over the centuries.
Part of: Limes Dacicus
GPS coordinates: 45.49825,24.30728
Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09
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