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Roman Weekends

Have you ever tried fresh sesame paste or watched a smith forge an arrowhead? There is something new to discover every weekend in summer.

Little girl with paper laurel wreath having her face painted.

Visitor at the stand selling hand-made leather goods.

Archaeology becomes an exciting adventure in the APX..

The season for Roman Weekends in the APX begins in May and continues until the end of September. Shoemakers and bone carvers regularly demonstrate their craft in the workshops beside the Roman Hostel. Particularly the young visitors like to join them at the workbench.

Roman shoemaker explaining leatherworking tools and materials to a boy

Don't just watch – join in!

The herbs and crops introduced by the Romans are regularly presented by our herb expert, together with the products made from them to this day.

The herb expert's stand covered with herbs and flowers.

The herb expert's richly decorated stand is a regular attraction.

The highly varied programme also includes numerous other Roman performers. It is rounded off by free guided tours of current excavations in the APX. "Live excavation" dates are particularly interesting, offering an opportunity to watch the archaeologists at work.