Byzantine Museum of Didymoteicho

About the museum

The Byzantine Museum of Didymoteicho highlights the lesser-known role of Thrace and Didymoteicho in the history of the Byzantine Empire; the town was capital of Byzantium three times. At the same time the exhibition presents the everyday life and customs of the residents in more recent times and emphasises the multicultural character of the region.

The exhibition also tells the story of the ancient city of Plotinoupoli, which was founded by the emperor Trajan on Petra hill. An illuminated map on the floor, showing the Byzantine Via Egnatia in Thrace, works as a knowledge game and invites visitors to interact. Each section is accompanied by informative material, audio information, video projections and interactive applications on the monuments, history and personalities of Didymoteicho and Thrace.

Highlights

• Didymoteicho as capital of Byzantium three times
• The history of ancient Plotinoupoli, founded by Trajan
• Illuminated map of the Byzantine Via Egnatia on the floor
• Interactive applications, video projections and audio information

Permanent exhibition

• Η άγνωστη πρωτεύουσα του Βυζαντίου – The permanent exhibition presents Didymoteicho as capital of Byzantium, the history of Plotinoupoli and the present-day life of Thrace with interactive applications.

Operated by

Εφορεία Αρχαιοτήτων Έβρου

Admission & discounts

Free admission: 6 March, 18 April, 18 May, the last weekend of September, 28 October and the first and third Sunday of every month from 1 November to 31 March.

Free and reduced admission for other categories of visitors follow the regulations of the Ministry of Culture.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

For people with mobility difficulties there is a car park on Sofokleous Street, a ramp in the outdoor area and a lift from the ground floor to the two floors of the exhibition.

Kids & families

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

Getting there & parking

The museum is about a 10-minute walk from the town centre.

Amenities & dining

• Wi-Fi

WC, WiFi and a lift available.

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.