Römermuseum Kastell Boiotro

Römermuseum Kastell Boiotro stands in Passau, Germany, directly above the foundations of a late Roman fortress. Preserved walls and watchtowers appear both inside the building and across the grounds. Since 2021, the site has belonged to the UNESCO World Heritage Roman Danube Limes.

The permanent exhibition follows Roman Passau from frontier trade to late antiquity, using archaeological finds, historical sources, models and digital reconstructions. Touchscreens, audio stations, a light installation and a film reveal the fortress, its civilian settlement and its changing surroundings. A Roman road map stretches across one room, while another display explores trade through terra sigillata imports, Celtic goods and a pottery shard priced at half a denarius. The texts appear in German and English.

Outside, a Roman garden and nearby themed playground extend the visit beyond the exhibition rooms. Families can find a children’s audio guide, a Roman quiz and ancient board games. A particularly vivid detail is the reconstructed fortress shown through light, with medieval buildings layered above its western wall.