Every Tuesday, 6 p.m., admission free

June 17, 2025
Simon Sulk, RömerMuseum Weißenburg

A civilian settlement always developed at the same time as the forts on the Limes, where soldiers, craftsmen and traders lived and various services were offered. The inhabitants often came from many different parts of the empire, just like the troops. In the beginning, Limes research was strongly influenced by the military, so the focus was almost exclusively on the forts. The fort villages were only studied in part. This has changed fundamentally in recent decades. Even though the northern border of the Roman Empire was characterized by the military stationed there, it should not be forgotten that a large part of the population consisted of civilians. How did these people live on the edge of the empire? How did they earn their living and how dependent were they on the army stationed there? The lecture shows how one can imagine life on the Limes and which questions are still unanswered today.

Sunday, August 10

2 to 4 p.m.: Open workshop for families
3 to 4 p.m.: Guided tour by curators
4 to 5 p.m.: Sparkling wine and Roman snacks
Free admission

Registration for all events by e-mail to infostadtmuseum-wiesbadende or by telephone on 0611 / 44 75 00 60.