Carnuntum

The archaeological park of Carnuntum presents a journey through the impressive history and the vast territory of the provincial capital of Pannonia superior, which today includes the municipalities of Petronell and Bad Deutsch-Altenburg in Lower Austria. The military area includes the remains of the legionary fortress, an additional auxiliary fort and the soldier´s amphitheater, well preserved and still used for performances during summertime. The richness of the place is best discovered in the adjacent civil town, where a living quarter has been preserved including a newly constructed visitor center. The completely reconstructed homes of Roman citizens with shops, kitchens, courtyards, small gardens including a large bathhouse, which is still in function, give a unique insight in Roman lifestyle and living comfort. On the edge of the civil settlement, another splendid amphitheater is situated close to the unique „Heidentor“, a huge triumphal monument, emphasizing the monumentality of Carnuntum. More Information