Roman villas in Limburg

Villas

Around two thousand years ago, hundreds of Roman villas, as the Romans called them, stood in Limburg. These were not luxurious holiday homes but massive commercial farming estates that supplied the entire region with grain. Over the past century, more than twenty of these estates have been excavated and studied, with their artifacts scattered across various collections. Now, for the first time, the most significant archaeological finds from these villas have been brought together.

Discoveries

Over time, the villas in Limburg evolved into complete country estates in Mediterranean style, complete with bathhouses and Roman innovations such as glass windows and underfloor heating. Often, the owners were buried with their treasures on their own property. With over 200 archaeological artifacts, 3D reconstructions, and films, Roman Villas in Limburg takes you back to the luxurious countryside life of two thousand years ago.

For Children

Children can explore the exhibition themselves using an interactive scavenger booklet.