The Roman City of Carnuntum The past begins here.

www.carnuntum.at THE ROMAN CITY METROPOLIS ON OF CARNUNTUM THE LIMES

The Roman City of Carnuntum brings history to life. For centuries, the Danube formed part of the Limes, the Set off on your own adventure exploring ancient times, northern border of the . The 360-km section as 1700 years of history are magically transported into the of the Danube Limes in present-day was protected here and now. The Roman city quarter features by 4 legionary fortresses, 4 forts for non-citizen troops reconstructed ancient buildings; two amphitheaters; and (), and 20 watchtowers (burgi). Museum Carnuntinum, a treasure chamber for Carnuntum. Carnuntum has a prominent position along the Danube Limes. As Here antiquity comes to life again. the capital of the Roman province of Upper , Carnuntum The Roman flair in Carnuntum is enchanting year-round, no protected a legionary fortress and a fort for auxilia and served as the matter what the weather conditions. Located halfway between seat of the governor. All these factors led to it becoming a true and , the ancient Roman city is close enough for metropolis. Besides being the only city of its size and significance, it any day-trip. Adults and children can set off on a voyage of was situated right on the border, at the intersection of the Amber discovery in Carnuntum and experience Roman history with all Route with the Limes Route. five senses. Trade and cultural transfer unleashed a blossoming of culture and Take advantage of the variety of weekday offerings available in this prosperity. Olive oil, wine, fish sauce as a condiment, as well as ancient Roman city. On Partner Day, that is every Tuesday in dates and figs were imported from the Mediterranean region while Carnuntum, adults can profit from a great special: 1+1 free. fine tableware was purchased from or Gaul. Countless pieces of On Fridays in Carnuntum, the focus is on learning about culture. jewelry, sculptures, or fragments of splendid murals still attest today Enjoy the free guided tours every Friday of the season. to the luxurious life lived in ancient Carnuntum. For regular information covering news and the program of the day, Preparations are underway to have the Danube Limes added to the visit www.carnuntum.at UNESCO World Heritage list.

ROMAN CITY MUSEUM QUARTER CARNUNTINUM

In Carnuntum, part of a Roman city quarter was Museum Carnuntinum is a must-see site on every visit to reconstructed at its original site in an internationally Carnuntum. It was built by Friedrich Ohmann and August unique project. Fully reconstructed buildings with Roman Kirstein, two of the most renowned architects in the latter underfloor heating, functional kitchens and splendid indoor part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Emperor Franz Joseph I murals open a unique window back in time to the ancient personally presided over the official opening ceremony in Roman past. 1904. All construction and detailed furnishings are based on The construction of the museum was privately funded by Gesellschaft archaeological finds made on site. Years of research yielded der Freunde Carnuntums or GFC (Society of Friends of Carnuntum). findings on architecture, heating technology, building functions, The aim was to bring together at a single site the extensive collection room use and interiors. This knowledge forms the scientific basis from the initial excavations in Carnuntum. Museum Carnuntinum is for the reconstruction work, which was largely done by hand therefore Austria’s first museum focusing on excavation finds and applying ancient craft techniques. today contains a large part of the state collections of Lower Austria on the subject of ancient Carnuntum. The buildings provide a detailed look into Roman life. It is as if the people living in them had just stepped out the door. Explore the The current exhibition, “Rome’s Eagle – Carnuntum and the Caesars’ residence of a middle-class family, a luxury townhouse with Army”, presents the latest research findings on military topography stately architecture, a merchant’s commercial spaces and the and is devoted to life in the Roman army. Where did the soldiers come Roman thermal baths, heated year-round with a reconstructed from? What careers did they set off on? What gear and equipment did Roman underfloor heating system. they have? How did the Roman military function? Original finds from Carnuntum provide quite personal insights into the careers and fates Tip: Use the Carnuntum app to explore underground areas of the of Roman soldiers. quarter that still remain untouched. 6

MUSEUM CARNUNTINUM ROMAN CITY CARNUNTUM

 ROMAN CITY 4 HEIDENTOR 5 QUARTER Hauptstraße 1A, Free entrance 2404 Petronell-Carnuntum

Entrance with combined ticket AMPHITHEATRE MILITARY CITY 2 AMPHITHEATRE 5 AMPHITHEATRE

FEDERAL HIGHWAY CIVILIAN CITY MILITARY CITY Wiener Straße 52, COUNTRY ROAD Free entrance 2405 Bad Deutsch-Altenburg RAILROAD BYCICLE PATH Entrance with combined ticket FOOTPATH FOOTPATH 1

3 6 MUSEUM 3 2 CARNUNTUM SCHOOL CARNUNTINUM ROMAN CITY Badgasse 40-46, QUARTER Free entrance 2405 Bad Deutsch-Altenburg

FOOTPATH Entrance with combined ticket

4 HISTORICAL EVENTS FESTIVALS IN

A visit to the Roman city of Carnuntum is an exciting CARNUNTUM voyage back to antiquity any season of the year. Those long-ago days really come to life at the variety of events The vibrant life in ancient Carnuntum is vividly conveyed at staged in Carnuntum. the Roman Festival and the Festival of Late Antiquity. Roman Festival in Carnuntum Events 2020 The Roman Festival is a must-attend event for all enthusiasts of September 19/20 Roman Festival Carnuntum ancient Rome. Nowhere else is there such an opulent and lively October 26 In the Roman’s living rooms presentation of Roman culture than in Carnuntum on these two November 1 Long day of museums weekends. Experience the fascinating atmosphere of antiquity, complete with Roman cavalry, legionnaires, , dancers, Roman Delicacies is a chance that gourmets won’t want to miss. artisans and merchants, authentic depictions of everyday life, and a A five-course meal is prepared according to original ancient recipes varied children’s program. A free shuttle bus transports you and served in the posh villa urbana. conveniently to the various venues. Dates: August 1 / 8 / 22 / 29, 2020. Reservations required Dates: September 19/20, 2020

Our partner tip: Art Carnuntum World Theater Festival. Festival of Late Antiquity Program information at: www.artcarnuntum.at. Unlike the Roman Festival, the Festival of Late Antiquity has an experimental character. About 200 reenactors from all over Europe move into the buildings and onto the grounds of the Roman city quarter and live there like people did in 4th and 5th century AD. For you, a visit becomes a voyage of discovery full of surprises.

Tickets at www.carnuntum.at A FEAST ROMAN CITY AS A FOR THE SENSES FAMILY ADVENTURE

When the first sunbeams of spring herald the end of winter, Carnuntum is a genuine adventure for children, especially there is nothing better than relaxing in the warmth of the the Roman city quarter and the two amphitheaters. They are heated buildings. As nature gains momentum, the easy to understand and with their many attractions, intoxicating fragrance of roses from the Roman gardens fill fascinate even young children. The exhibition at Museum the air. But Carnuntum is also captivating on rainy days. Carnuntinum also contains a host of items that are wonderful Sheltered by the covered colonnades, you stroll from introductions to the world of the ancient Romans. building to building, then round out your trip back to Roman The open areas in the Roman city quarter and the huge arenas in the times with a visit to Museum Carnuntinum. amphitheaters provide children with plenty of space to romp around In the heat of the summer, Carnuntum has a definite in. In addition, there is also a large playground in the Roman city Mediterranean flair. This season is the time to linger under the quarter. It is readily visible from nearby shaded rest areas, so shade of the venerable old trees, daydreaming and delighting in the parents can keep a close eye on their children. Latin feel of the city quarter. The open areas, paths and amphitheaters are all readily accessible In the fall, patches of fog shroud the city in a mysterious for strollers and prams. There are some stairs and uneven surfaces atmosphere. The smell of fresh-baked bread wafts from the to negotiate on the Roman streets, in the interiors of the kitchen, and the smoke from the chimneys beckons you to step reconstructed buildings and in Museum Carnuntinum. inside and warm up. Carnuntum is enchanting at every season and in any kind of weather. See for yourself and take home indelible memories from the world of the ancient Romans. GESELLSCHAFT MEMBERSHIP

DER FREUNDE As a member, you are kept informed about the progress of current CARNUNTUMS research efforts while also enjoying numerous benefits: · Free admission to the Roman city of Carnuntum

Founded in 1885, Gesellschaft der Freunde Carnuntums or · Invitation to the opening of exhibitions GFC (Society of Friends of Carnuntum) laid the cornerstone · Magazine “Acta Carnuntina”, two issues a year for conducting research in and on Carnuntum. · “Carnuntum Jahrbuch”, the GFC’s annual, at a greatly GFC financed the first excavations out of private funds. Over the reduced price in hard copy and free of charge as a digital more than 130-year history of GFC, its members have included and download still include prominent representatives of the imperial family, the nobility and the upper echelons of society as well as the scientific · Free admission to GFC lectures and business communities. Besides scientific research, one of · 10% discount in the museum shops at the Roman city of GFC’s most significant accomplishments was to establish Museum Carnuntum (except for books subject to fixed book prices) Carnuntinum, which Emperor Franz Joseph I officially opened on May 27, 1904. You can select from the following types of memberships: Regular member € 45.00 a year The society continues to carry out research projects in Carnuntum Sponsor € 200.00 a year today. The findings are shared with the members in lecture series, Benefactor € 1,000.00 a year at professional conferences and in GFC publications. To become a friend of Carnuntum, i.e. a GFC member, visit: www.freunde-carnuntum.at/mitgliedschaft, or by calling 02163/3377-766. If the membership should fall short of your expectations, you can cancel it at any time with immediate effect. OUT AND ABOUT OUT AND ABOUT IN THE REGION IN THE REGION RÖMERLAND CARNUNTUM-MARCHFELD RÖMERLAND CARNUNTUM-MARCHFELD

Find the perfect complement to your visit to the Roman city Haydn’s Birthplace of Carnuntum. There are numerous possible excursions in Visit the birthplace of the renowned composers Joseph and the fantastic worlds of the region Römerland Carnuntum- Michael Haydn in Rohrau and immerse yourself in their music Marchfeld with their unique variety of culture, culinary at concerts staged by Haydnregion Niederösterreich. delights and countryside Rubin Carnuntum Haydn Geburtshaus Donau Niederösterreich Tourismus Schloss Hof, © Hertha Hurnaus Winzer © Nicole Heiling Rubin Carnuntum vineyards www.donau.com or phone +43 (0) 2163 35 55 – 10 Carnuntum is also the name of the wine-growing area situated Highlights within 20 km: east of Vienna, between the River Danube and the lake Neusiedler- see. It is one of the smallest wine-growing areas in Austria, but Schloss Hof extremely dynamic. Here the group of wine-growers known as Visit the splendid Palace, the unique baroque gardens and the “Rubin Carnuntum” are active. Once an insider’s tip, wines from idyllic Meierhof estate farm with its wealth of plants and animals. Carnuntum are today a “must” on every sophisticated wine list! Schloss Eckartsau Soak up the story of the Habsburg monarchy, its glory and golden Relax at the end of the day with wine tasting or a visit to a wine age, its leading characters and their passions, but also the drama tavern in the region. of its downfall. Nationalpark Donauauen The schlossORTH National Park Centre in Orth on the Danube is regarded as the “Gateway to the Wetlands” with the Exhibition DonAUräume and the so-called Schlossinsel area.

Schloss Eckartsau Nationalparkzentrum Schloss Orth CARNUNTUM SUBSCRIPTION OUR WARM THANKS GO OUT TO

Take off on your own journey of exploration in Your benefits at a glance MAIN SPONSORS Carnuntum! The Carnuntum Subscription entitles you · Free admission to the Roman city of Carnuntum from March 20 to to free admission and guided tours for the entire November 15, 2020 season. You can also combine an outing to the region · Free tickets for group tours in the Roman city quarter and with a visit to Schloss Hof or an event staged by Museum Carnuntinum Haydnregion Niederösterreich and enjoy attractive discounts in nearby local restaurants. Get to know · Family package: Free admission for children (up to age 18) coming with Carnuntum and its diversity of events while their family experiencing the world of the ancient Romans with all · Free admission to all events in Carnuntum: five senses. The past begins here. Roman Festival on May 30/31 and June 6/7, 2020 Festival of Late Antiquity on August 15/16, 2020 Children’s Festival on September 20, 2020 SPONSORS · 20% discount on the exclusive evening event Roman Delicacies, CARNUNTUM August 1 / 8 / 22 / 29, 2020. Reservations required, limited number of ABONNEMENT participants · 20% discount on food and beverages in the following establishments: Culinarium in the Roman city quarter; Landgasthaus Marc Aurel in the town of Petronell-Carnuntum; Thermen Café Kurzentrum Ludwigstorff in the town of Bad Deutsch-Altenburg; Hotel Altes Kloster in the town of MEDIA PARTNERS Name · 20% discount on one-day admission to Schloss Hof/Schloss Niederweiden Gültigkeit · 25% discount on concert event featuring the Haydnregion Niederösterreich · 10% discount on purchases made directly at Rubin Carnuntum wineries Price € 49.00 / partner ticket for 2 adults € 25.00 GENERAL INFORMATION

Opening times: 20 March to 15 November / daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1 ticket, 3 locations Adults € 12 Reduced, groups € 10 Children 11-14 yrs. € 6

Schoolchildren in classes € 4 Hainburg Families: free admittance for children below 11 years if accompanied by an adult An admission ticket is valid at all venues on the day of the visit. That means you can travel back and forth as often as you like between the CARNUNTUM Roman city quarter, the amphitheater in the military city, and Museum Carnuntinum. Information about special offers for groups and families, reductions and barrier-free access can be found under: www.carnuntum.at or [email protected], www.carnuntum.at phone +43 (0)2163 33 77 0 www.facebook.com/carnuntum.at Weekly specials Tuesday is Partner Day in Carnuntum, special offer 1+1 free Free guided tours every Friday of the season (holidays excluded) Niederösterreich Card Vienna Pass Guided tours (in German language) One free admittance, One free admittance Tour ticket per person and location € 3 additional price at Roman Festival Roman city quarter & Museum Carnuntinum Sat, Sun, publ. hols 10 a.m. / noon / 2 p.m. / 3.30 p.m. Other tours see notice-board / Duration ca. 1 hour / Children under 6 free of charge

Imprint: Archäologische Kulturpark Niederösterreich Betriebsgesellschaft m.b.H. / A-2404 Petronell-Carnuntum, Hauptstraße 1A / Telefon 02163/3377-0 / Fax 02163/3377-5 / Landesgericht Korneuburg, FN133232 f, DVR: 0852392, UID: ATU 38875605 / Graphics: atelier olschinsky, photo copyright: Römerstadt Carnuntum