Cambodunum was one of the first Roman cities established in the province of Raetia.
The site was partially excavated by the architect and historian August Boos in the mid-19th century.
The Gallo-Roman temple complex is one of the most prominent features, showcasing a unique architectural synthesis of indigenous and Roman religious styles.
Archaeological findings at the site include rare votive offerings and intricate wall paintings that suggest high-status living.
The thermal baths at the site were equipped with a sophisticated hypocaust heating system, traces of which can still be examined.
Unlike many Roman ruins in Germany that are confined to museums, the layout here remains in its original topographical context on the Burghalde hill slope.
Archaeological Park Cambodunum is a reconstructed Roman settlement site located on the northern edge of Kempten, representing the earliest Roman city in Germany. The site covers the remains of a Gallo-Roman temple district, a forum complex, and thermae (public baths) dating back to the 1st century AD. Excavations reveal the administrative and religious center of the town known as Cambodunum, which served as a provincial capital under Emperor Tiberius. The park features reconstructed buildings, including a tavern, a temple, and part of the basilica, allowing visitors to walk through ancient Roman street layouts. Interactive displays and outdoor panels provide historical context regarding the daily lives of soldiers, traders, and civilians who lived there until the late 3rd century. The site is managed as an open-air museum, incorporating extensive landscaped grounds with original foundation segments still visible in situ. It serves as a pedagogical resource for understanding the Romanization of the Alpine foothills.
The elevated viewing platforms near the Gallo-Roman temple district provide the best panoramic perspective of the site layout.
Download the site's digital guide or app before arrival to access augmented reality features.
Bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes as the site covers significant outdoor terrain with uneven ground.
Visit the 'Park-Beizle' on-site for Roman-inspired culinary offerings during the main season.
Do not attempt to see the entire site in under an hour; the layout requires significant walking between the temple district and the forum.
Open seasonally from spring through late autumn; closed during winter months.
Maintain respect for the excavation boundaries; do not climb on reconstructed walls or touch fragile artifacts.
