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Events in the Saalburg Roman fort
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EVENT PROGRAM
You can download the complete 2026 annual program as a PDF here:
Download Saalburg annual program 2026 (accessible PDF)
Download Saalburg Annual Program 2026 (double-sided PDF)
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12:00 AM - Public tours on Labor Day
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6:30 PM - Roman evening
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11:00 AM - Basic Course in Roman Bone Crafts
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6:30 PM - Roman evening
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12:00 AM - Public tours on Ascension Day
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11:30 AM - 20 Years of the Limes World Heritage Site
The lamp maker explains the variety of Roman oil lamps, the auxiliary soldiers report on their everyday lives, the Roman school invites you to a lesson and the archer invites you to try archery.
Spend an exclusive evening in the Saalburg Roman fort when the museum gates are actually closed.
Learn the most important basics about bone as a material and its diverse uses since ancient times.
Find out how people in ancient Rome wanted to protect themselves and their possessions from all evil and envy. At the bone carver's, Roman fans of all ages can make their own lucky charm amulet out of bone.
Spend an exclusive evening in the Saalburg Roman fort when the museum gates are actually closed.
This weekend we are celebrating with international Roman groups, riders with their horses, colleagues from Limes research and all visitors, because together with the Upper Germanic-Raetian Limes, the Saalburg has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
The Upper Germanic-Raetian Limes (ORL) is part of a larger whole, as the borders of the Roman Empire from the Antonine Wall in Scotland to the Iža bridgehead fort in Slovakia and also the Dacian Limes in Romania have now been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
This weekend we are celebrating with international Roman groups, riders with their horses, colleagues from Limes research and all visitors, because together with the Upper Germanic-Raetian Limes, the Saalburg has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005.
With a total length of 550 km, the Roman Limes is the largest archaeological monument in Europe, of which around 150 km run through Hesse.
PUBLIC TOURS
Sunday (November–February): 2 p.m together for adults and children
Sunday (March-October): 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m Separate tours for adults and children from school age
Each participant will receive a sticker at the checkout, which must be worn visibly.
Duration: approx. 45 minutes. Adults: €5, children: €3 plus admission
Upcoming Events
August 23, 2026
Sunday Romans - Roman school, lamp maker and beekeeper
The beekeeper explains how the ancient art of beekeeping has been practiced for millennia. Attend a school lesson and immerse yourself in the imagery of Roman oil lamps.
September 5, 2026
Crafts course: comb weaving
All participants learn the basic techniques of weaving.
September 6, 2026
Sunday Romans - Gladiators of Amor Mortis and Combweaving
In three demonstrations, the gladiators showcase their skills before an audience. The comb weaver weaves colorful ribbons for trims or belts and invites visitors to join in.
September 17, 2026
Training for teachers
During a joint tour of the museum grounds, the museum education team introduces teachers from all types of schools to the most important areas...
September 25, 2026