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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Try the old handcraft technique of needle binding yourself. The bone carver can make your own needle for it. There is also fresh Roman bread from the clay dome ovens.
Apollo, god of archers, and Diana, goddess of the hunt, are the patron saints of our adventurous weekends for parents and children with bow making, games, campfires and more.
The gladiators show their skills in front of an audience in three performances. The group is available all day in the camp to answer any questions about life in ancient professional sport.
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 8, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Bronze casting craft course
In this two-day workshop, participants create their own bronze object using the lost-wax casting process. This event is unfortunately already fully booked.

August 9, 2026
Sunday Roman - Archer and Metalworking
Try your hand at archery with authentic reconstructions of antique bows. A metalworker will demonstrate how arrowheads and other metal objects are produced.

August 21, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Diana, Apollo and their children - bow-making weekend in the Saalburg
Apollo, god of archery, and Diana, goddess of the hunt, are the patron saints of our adventurous weekends for parents and children, featuring bow making, games, campfires, and more. This event is unfortunately already fully booked.
August 21, 2026
AfterWorkArchaeology - The Roman Portrait Collection of the Saalburg
Discover a highlight of the collection in all its detail as you wind down after a work week.

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