Archäologischer Park Kellmünz

About the museum

Around 300 AD, under the emperors Diocletian and Maximian Herculius, the fort Caelius Mons, Latin for "Heaven's Mountain," was built on the plateau of the high bank of the Iller. The massive complex, with a gate structure and corner and intermediate towers, secured the western border of the Roman province of Raetia as an important base on the Danube-Iller-Rhine Limes. In the early 4th century, a unit of around 300 men is to be expected here.

First excavations took place in 1901 during the construction of the town's first water supply; a systematic scientific investigation of the fort buildings followed from 1986 to 1993. Since 1995, an archaeological trail marked with colored paving stones has shown the course of the fort walls in the town center of Kellmünz; it starts at the St. Martin's church. Wall remains have been reconstructed on the park grounds.

The museum tower stands on ancient foundations. Photographs and replicas document the history of the province of Raetia and the results of the excavations; a media station shows the virtual ideal reconstruction of one of the largest late Roman forts in present-day Bavaria, and a short film brings the site to life. The museum is run by the Neu-Ulm district (Landkreis Neu-Ulm).

Highlights

• Reconstructed wall remains of the late Roman fort Caelius Mons
• Archaeological trail with colored paving stones in the town center
• Museum tower on ancient foundations
• Virtual reconstruction of the fort at the media station
• Short film on life in the fort
• Hands-on guided tours for children

Permanent exhibitions

• Museumsturm – Römische Provinz Raetien und Kastell Caelius Mons – Photographs, replicas, a media station with a virtual fort reconstruction, and a short film on the excavation results and the history of Raetia.
• Archäologischer Rundgang – Colored paving stones mark the course of the fort walls in the town center; the trail starts at St. Martin's Church, with information boards along the way.

Operated by

Landkreis Neu-Ulm (Kreismuseen)

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible: not available
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: not available
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The museum tower and park grounds are not accessible; the park involves stairs, but seating is available. Assistance dogs and guide dogs with valid identification are welcome.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

Lively hands-on tours for children, programs for daycare centers and school classes, and creative workshops; the park involves climbing stairs.

Getting there & parking

By car via the A 7, exit Altenstadt; at the fork, turn right toward Kellmünz. By bike via the Römerkastell-Runde; e-bike charging station at the village shop (Friedhofstraße 11), about a 10-minute walk from the museum tower.

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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