Roman Open Air Museum (Hechingen stein)

One of the most popular historic museums of Germany is the Roman Open-Air Museum (Hechingen stein). You can come to this museum and learn about the Roman history of this place by looking at the numerous artifacts and displays.

The Roman Open-Air Museum is located in Hechingen Stein in Germany. During the 1st century A.D., this place was under Roman occupation. A huge estate called Villa Rustica was built over here at that time. Villa Rustica was a huge inn and farmhouse. This villa was discovered sometime around1973. The main building of the villa is designed according to the 'Porticusvilla with Siderisalits' style. The villa consists of two corner structures that are connected to one another by an open-air colonnade. The entire are also has a bath and a fabulous temple.

The Roman Open-Air Museum (Hechingen stein) in Germany is housed inside the Villa Rustica. This villa underwent extensive restoration and renovation to convert it into a museum. The museum was opened to the public in the year 1991.

The temple is filled with a large number of paintings and statues that gives a clear picture about the religion of the Roman people. The rooms in the main villa have been redesigned according to the Roman living rooms. The walls are red in color and the furniture bear resemblance to those in ancient times. You can take a look at the models of the villa, or check out the memorabilia to learn more about the building and farming techniques of the Romans during those days. Other articles that are displayed over here include iron tools, Roman coarseware pottery, metal jewellery, ancient coins, articles made from bronze and other displays. The Roman Open-Air Museum (Hechingen stein), Germany also organizes film shows and tours for the eager visitors.

The Roman Open-Air Museum (Hechingen stein), Germany opens at 10:00 a.m. and closes at 5:00 p.m. The museum only opens for a certain period and one has to contact the museums authorities to know the date. Entry to the museums is not free of cost. Ticket prices are different for children and adults.

The Roman Open-Air Museum (Hechingen stein), Germany is good place to go for educational tours. You can learn a lot about the Romans and the history of Germany from this museum.