Temple complex and vicus

Above the old road settlement Vicus Tabernae, the origin of the place Tawern, the large reconstructed temple complex stands majestically in the forest. Here on the Metzenberg, about 15 kilometers from Trier, travelers on their way to Trier could catch a first glimpse of the city. Above all, however, they had the opportunity to thank the gods and win their favor. Mercury was the main god of the temple district, responsible for commerce, trade, and traffic. But it wasn't just travelers who came here; the temples were also a place of worship for local pilgrims. A portal building led into the district. On the higher terrace, two temples of different types have been rebuilt: a Gallo-Roman peripteral temple and a chapel beside it.

The temple complex is located along the hiking trail G11. Parking is available at the forest parking lot. From there, it takes about 15 minutes on foot to reach the temple complex. The toilet facility at the temple complex is only open by prior arrangement as part of group tours.

A station of the Roman Roads.

Experience the past anew

Create your own picture of the past: With the free ARGO app, you can view the temple district on-site in its original size and in 360° representation using augmented reality. Download the free ARGO app at (www.ar-route.de).

Our tip: Audio tour of the Roman temple complex

with interesting explanations about Roman life and the use of the temple complex. Anytime and free of charge through the website www.roemisches-tawern.de (Audio). At the temple entrance, you can access the website via QR code.

Accessibility:

generously sized disabled toilet available, parking space for guests with reduced mobility directly at the temple complex, uneven terrain with coarse gravel and inclines.

Information about the Saar-Obermosel vacation region can be found at www.saar-obermosel.de