Welcome! Image gallery: the entrance towards the city centre
Welcome! Image gallery: airial photo of the LVR-Archaeological Park Xanten
Welcome! Image gallery: front of the LVR-RömerMuseum
Welcome! Image gallery: interior view of the LVR-RömerMuseum
Welcome! Image gallery: harbour temple in the snow
Welcome! Image gallery: gladiators in the dungeons of the amphitheatre
Welcome! Image gallery: south-eastern corner of the city walls
Welcome! Image gallery: Winter atmosphere at the city wall
Welcome! Guided tour for children
Welcome! APXplore
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Welcome to the LVR-Archaeological Park Xanten!

Welcome to the LVR Archaeological Park Xanten. On the site of the Roman city of Colonia Ulpia Traiana, Germany's largest open-air archaeological museum invites you on an exciting excursion into antiquity.
Highlights of the park The Amphitheatre The Amphitheatre in the LVR-Archseological Park Xanten The Amphitheatre in the LVR-Archseological Park Xanten
One of the park's most striking attractions is the partially reconstructed arena of the Roman Colonia. Highlights of the park
UNESCO World Heritage Lower German Limes Rome's fluid border The Limes Pavillon in the LVR-Archaeological Park Xanten The Limes Pavillon in the LVR-Archaeological Park Xanten
The Roman border on the Rhine, the Lower Germanic Limes, secured the Roman Empire and was a place of trade and cultural exchange. Since 2021, the Lower Germanic Limes has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Lower German Limes
Highlights of the park The Roman Ships Shields lining the side of the Shields lining the side of the
Six Roman ships were rebuilt in the APX wood workshop. The ships themselves and all the background information on their construction can be found in the ship tent and in the inclusive wood workshop. Highlights of the park
Research New findings Archaeology students at work in an excavation Archaeology students at work in an excavation
Excavations are an integral part of the work at APX. But not only archaeologists, but also students can pick up the trowel and learn the art of excavation in the historically significant ground. Research
Highlights in the Park Gastronomy Baroque windmill with a modern extension to the right, chairs, tables and umbrellas in front of it Baroque windmill with a modern extension to the right, chairs, tables and umbrellas in front of it
Whether it's a picnic on the APX meadows, a slice of cake at the Taberna or delicious chips in the restored coffee mill - there's something for every appetite. Highlights in the Park
  • KaffeeMühle and Taberna are now closed on Mondays.
  • The park entrance Harbour Temple is seasonally closed from 1 December 2024 to 28 February 2025.
  • The north gate and the games house are closed due to construction work. You can try out Roman games in the basement of the LVR Roman Museum!
  • Please note that there will be a price adjustment for admission to the LVR Archaeological Park and the LVR-RömerMuseum in the coming year.

How to reach us

Entrance City Center: Am Amphitheater

Entrance Harbor Temple: Am Rheintor

Entrance LVR-RömerMuseum: Trajanstraße 10

46509 Xanten

+49 2801 712-0
apx@lvr.de

Opening hours

March to October: Monday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

November: Monday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

December to February: Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Park and museum are closed on December 24, 25 and 31. Open on New Year's Day.