Wesel, Germany

Xanten During the Time of Rome & Today

Reconstruction of a Town from the 1st Century AD Glimpse life during a time when Rome ruled the Western world during a visit to the Archaeological Park of Xanten. Founded around 110 BC, Colonia Ulpia Traiana was the third-largest Roman town north of the Alps before being abandoned after the empire’s collapse and falling into ruin. Centuries later, the site has been recreated as one of the world’s largest open-air museums. Take a guided tour of the full-size reconstructions of Roman-era buildings, meticulously detailed to give you an impression of how the town looked during its heyday. See the harbor temple, the city walls with their guard towers and the amphitheater, the only surviving original building. Later, enjoy free time to explore more of the park. Visit the themed pavilions, where you can view artifacts and exhibitions on Roman life. Afterward, explore Xanten’s medieval town center before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.