Roman Villa Borg

After archaeological finds in Borg indicated a villa rustica almost 100 years ago, systematic excavations began in 1987. After evaluating and assessing the excavation findings, it was decided in 1994 to reconstruct the entire historical complex according to the findings. In total, the building complex, including the courtyard area, covers an area of 7.5 hectares and has three wings. The first buildings, the tavern and the villa bath, were completed in 1997. The manor house with its museum facilities and the inner courtyard were opened to the public in 1999. The third building wing with living and economic areas was completed in 2001. The gatehouse was also rebuilt.

The manor house, whose reconstruction is also used as a regional museum for archaeological finds, lies transversely to the central axis of the complex. It has a large reception hall with an area of 100 m²; the furnishings were based on remnants found in Borg and the general knowledge of such Roman buildings. The furniture, as well as doors, windows, and the hot water boiler in the heating room, are built according to ancient models. The reconstructed Roman bath demonstrates, among other things, the function of a hypocaust. The restaurant in the Roman tavern offers dishes based on Apicius' recipes.

In 2000, as part of the Gardens Without Borders project, a Roman-style garden, also accessible to the public, was integrated into the complex.

Supported by a sponsoring association, a series of events takes place on the villa grounds every year. The spectrum ranges from special exhibitions to garden tours, literary and culinary evenings, baking demonstrations, and concerts. Particularly noteworthy are the reenactment fair in spring and the Roman Days on the first weekend of August. Regular guests in the Roman Days program include legions from Bitburg and Switzerland and a gladiator group from Pannonia. In 2011, Roman horsemanship was demonstrated for the first time. In addition, there are many stalls, exhibitions, and a Roman canteen operated by the sponsoring association.