Roman Life 2026 — Gladiators in the Amphitheatre
Weekend with gladiator demonstrations in the Roman Amphitheatre Trier — UNESCO World Heritage
About Roman Life Gladiators
The Roman Amphitheatre of Trier was built at the end of the 2nd century and was the scene of gladiator fights, animal hunts, and public spectacles. With its arena, which is largely preserved to this day, the remains of the stands, and the underground animal pens, it is one of the best-preserved amphitheatres in Germany and part of the UNESCO World Heritage of Trier.
The Trier Gladiatorial School e.V. is an association that has dedicated itself for years to the archaeologically sound reconstruction of ancient gladiator fights and the associated equipment. During the weekend, it presents a continuous program of combat demonstrations of various gladiator types (Retiarius, Murmillo, Thraex, among others), explanations of weaponry, demonstrations of training, and insights into the social world of ancient gladiators. The demonstrations take place in the arena, and the spectator stands are freely accessible.
In 2026, the weekend coincides with Trier's 40th World Heritage Anniversary and is part of the opening of the anniversary summer by BrückenGlück on June 6th/7th.
Roman Life Gladiators — edition 2026
The 2026 event coincides with the official launch of the World Heritage Anniversary Summer over the weekend of June 6th/7th. In parallel, BrückenGlück is taking place on the Roman Bridge. Visitors can combine both World Heritage sites in one weekend — the city of Trier offers corresponding combined tours.
Programme Roman Life Gladiators 2026
- Saturday 06/06/2026, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Continuous gladiator demonstrations by the Trier Gladiatorial School e.V. in the arena. Explanations of gladiator types, weaponry, and training.
- Sunday 07/06/2026, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Continuation of the program with further demonstrations and family formats.
- Accompanying: Regular visit of the arena, the remains of the stands, and the underground vaults with explanatory panels.
- Last admission: 5:30 PM on both days.
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Practical information — Roman Life Gladiators
Venue: Amphitheatre Trier, Olewiger Straße 25, 54295 Trier.
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, last admission 5:30 PM.
Admission: Included in the regular admission price of the Amphitheatre. Regular rates of the General Directorate for Cultural Heritage RLP.
Getting there: City bus line 6. Limited parking available on Olewiger Straße.
Note: Event takes place outdoors, appropriate clothing recommended.
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