Köngen celebrates 950 years: Experience the Romans in the interactive audio walk!

Köngen celebrates 950 years: Experience the Romans in the interactive audio walk!

The small community of Köngen is facing a special event: in 2025 it celebrates its 950th anniversary. As part of these celebrations, an innovative audio walk in the Römerpark is offered, which enables visitors to experience the ancient world of gods, legionnaires and dealers up close in the Grinario. The event was presented on Monday evening as part of a tour, in which Mayor Ronald Scholz, members of the municipal council and representatives of the administration were present. [ntz.de reports that…] (https://www.ntz.de/artikel_audio-walk-im-roemerpark-koengen-mit- and-kopfhoerern- zu-den-roemern)

The connection between history and modern technology will help visitors to learn more about the Roman past. Stories and information about the respective stations can be called up via a special app, while the participants stroll with the headphones with the impressive backdrop of the Roman park.

family festival in the Römerpark

A highlight of the celebrations will be the family festival on July 6, 2025. On this day, numerous activities in the Roman Park are planned, which convey both historical knowledge and offer entertainment for the whole family. The planned program items include an ecumenical service, attractions for children and a varied stage program. This should not only offer the historical background, but also strengthen the community's community. roemerstrasse.net explains that ...

There is special attention in the "village of the epochs", where visitors can discover and actively participate. The camp of the legionnaires of VEX LEG II COH IV, which is opened in the Römerpark, is also exciting. In addition to fascinating gladiator fights, there will be guided tours of Roman history of Köngen, which Dr. Martin Luik, an expert who has intensively researched this region.

For young explorers, the Roman Museum offers the opportunity to tinker mosaics that were widespread in Roman times. In this way, the children can not only become creative, but also develop a direct connection to the history of Köngen.

practical information

The Römerpark in Köngen is easily accessible via the ring road and invites everyone interested on July 6, 2025. On -site food ensures that guests are also spoiled with culinary delights. If you have any questions or need further information, you can contact Andreas Halw from the municipality of Köngen, by phone at +49 (0) 7024 4080 131 or by email to a.halw (at) koengen.de.