Saalburg Roman Fort
Römerkastell Saalburg
A Roman frontier fort rebuilt to its original appearance, part of the World Heritage site “Frontiers of the Roman Empire – The Upper German-Raetian Limes.”
Located in the Taunus hills about 20 km north of Frankfurt, this is a fort on the Upper German-Raetian Limes, the frontier of the Roman Empire. Around 1900, with the support of Kaiser Wilhelm II, its walls, gates, commandant's residence and granary were rebuilt on their original sites. The interior houses an archaeological museum displaying excavated weapons, everyday objects and archaeological reconstructions. Remains of the Limes earthworks can still be seen on walks in the surrounding area. Admission is about €8, and the fort is closed on Mondays (winter hours are shorter). You can drive there, or take a train to Bad Homburg and transfer to a bus.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–18:00 (shorter in winter); closed Mon (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Großer Feldberg (Taunus)
- Palmengarten
- Senckenberg Natural History Museum
- Alte Oper
- Fressgass
- Main Tower
- Eschenheimer Turm
- Goethe House