Roman Weekend — Series at the Trier World Heritage Sites
Monthly program focuses at the Trier UNESCO World Heritage Sites from May to September 2026
About Roman Life Series
The “Roman Life” series is a central format of the General Directorate for Cultural Heritage Rhineland-Palatinate (GDKE) for conveying ancient Roman lifestyles at the Trier UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In 2026, the series will receive special attention through the parallel anniversary year “40 Years of Trier UNESCO World Heritage” — it forms one of the most vibrant program points of the anniversary summer.
The concept of the series: On each first weekend of the months from May to September 2026, a specific aspect of Roman daily life is presented at a selected World Heritage Site. The thematic diversity allows for repeat visits throughout the season, experiencing a different facet of Roman life each time.
2026 Program Plan:
- May (May 1-3) — Crafts at the Imperial Baths: Weaving, bow making, field kitchen, Roman writing room, wine press with grape treading, gemstone grinder, horse ground school.
- June (June 6-7) — Gladiators in the Amphitheater: Demonstrations by Gladiatorenschule Trier e.V. in the Roman Amphitheater.
- July (July 4-5) — Horsemanship: Roman cavalry demonstrations.
- August (August 1-2) — Food and Drink: Roman cuisine, cooking demonstrations, tastings.
- September (September 5-6) — Military: Roman military demonstrations, legionary presentations.
The events are supported by reenactment associations and specialists who work with historically reconstructed equipment and costumes. This creates direct encounters with ancient Trier for families and school classes — the city that was considered the “second Rome” north of the Alps.
Roman Life Series — edition 2026
The 2026 edition is part of the “40 Years of Trier UNESCO World Heritage” anniversary year and is considered one of the GDKE's most popular educational formats. The five themed weekends allow for repeat visits with new experiences each time.
Families, school classes, and tourists experience ancient life up close — from craft demonstrations to gladiator fights.
Programme Roman Life Series 2026
- May 1-3, 2026 — Imperial Baths: Weaving, bow making, field kitchen, Roman writing room, wine press with grape treading, gemstone grinder, horse ground school.
- June 6-7, 2026 — Amphitheater: Gladiator demonstrations by Gladiatorenschule Trier e.V.
- July 4-5, 2026: Roman horsemanship and cavalry demonstrations.
- August 1-2, 2026: Roman cuisine, cooking demonstrations, tastings.
- September 5-6, 2026: Roman military demonstrations, legionary presentations.
- Access: Included in the regular World Heritage entrance fee.
Highlights Roman Life Series 2026
- Five themed weekends from May to September 2026.
- Reenactment groups with historically reconstructed equipment and costumes.
- Part of the 40 Years of Trier UNESCO World Heritage anniversary year.
Prices Roman Life Series 2026
Included in the regular entrance fee for the World Heritage Sites — no additional charge.
Practical information — Roman Life Series
Dates 2026: May 1-3 (Crafts, Imperial Baths), June 6-7 (Gladiators, Amphitheater), July 4-5 (Horsemanship), August 1-2 (Food and Drink), September 5-6 (Military).
Locations: Alternating between the Trier UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Imperial Baths, Amphitheater, etc.).
Admission: Included in the regular entrance fee for the World Heritage Sites.
Organizer: General Directorate for Cultural Heritage Rhineland-Palatinate (GDKE), Center for Antiquity.
Getting There: Trier Main Station, city bus to the respective World Heritage Sites.
Program Overview: Current details on the GDKE website.
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