Rheinhessen will become the setting for a fascinating journey through time in 2026: In the themed year “Romans in Rheinhessen,” the heritage of antiquity comes back to life. The Romans did not merely leave traces here – they shaped the region and made their culture tangible to this day.

The Roman Year invites visitors to experience history up close and to discover the connection between past and present. Whether exciting exhibitions, lively guided tours, creative hands-on activities, or captivating lectures – the annual program offers a diverse experience for young and old alike. Children can immerse themselves playfully in the world of the legionaries, adults gain exciting insights into archaeology and research, and everyone together experiences how Roman culture continues to have an impact today.

From historical sites to modern interpretations and family-friendly events: the Roman Year 2026 turns Rheinhessen into a place full of inspiration, discoveries, and encounters. Anyone who embarks on this search for traces will not only rediscover the history of the Romans, but will also see Rheinhessen with new eyes.

Discovering Roman Sites throughout Rheinhessen

Rheinhessen is scattered with stone witnesses of a long-gone era. At many locations, these testimonies of Roman settlement history have been excavated and prepared again, and can now be admired and explored by visitors.

Museums of Roman Times in Rheinhessen

Rheinhessen is one of the most important regions with Roman heritage in Germany. Numerous museums in Mainz, Alzey, Bingen, and the surrounding area are dedicated to Roman history—sometimes as a central exhibition theme, sometimes in specialized collections. High-quality original finds, archaeological exhibits, and vivid presentations illustrate the lives of the Romans along the Rhine: from the military and trade to religion and everyday life in Roman settlements. The Roman museums in Rheinhessen bring antiquity to life and invite visitors to discover one of Germany’s most historically rich cultural landscapes by following in the footsteps of the Empire.

Impressions from Roman Rheinhessen

In this video, you'll get an overview of Roman Rheinhessen along with its exciting and noteworthy stone witnesses, bringing Roman history to life before your eyes.

You can find even more information and interesting facts about the Roman era in Rheinhessen at www.regionalgeschichte.de.