Spears in the Trench in Koblenz: Archaeological Find at Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

Event: Spears in the Trench in Festung Ehrenbreitstein, 56077 Koblenz on 29. October 2026

Date and Time

29. October 2026 10:00

Location

Festung Ehrenbreitstein
Greiffenklaustraße, 56077 Koblenz, Deutschland

Price

10,00 €
Book Tickets

About this Event

Exhibitions & Museums

Mood

Relaxed

Venue Type

Inside

Archaeology to Marvel At: Spears in the Trench at Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

With Spears in the Trench, visitors in Koblenz can expect an exhibition that combines archaeological research, historical tension, and genuine discovery feelings. At the House of Archaeology at Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, a rare find from the Roman context near Bad Ems takes center stage: well-preserved wooden spears that once served as an obstacle to approach.

A Sensational Find with History

The presentation is based on investigations that brought new insights in 2019 as part of a joint research project of Goethe University Frankfurt am Main and the State Archaeology of Koblenz. The artifacts are being shown to the public in a comprehensive manner for the first time and clearly demonstrate how precisely modern archaeology works. Those interested in excavations, fortifications, and the cultural history of Rhineland-Palatinate will experience an exhibition with scientific depth.

Atmosphere Between Fortress, Research, and Family Visit

Ehrenbreitstein Fortress provides the perfect setting: historical walls, expansive views over Koblenz, and a quiet museum atmosphere where knowledge and experience are strongly connected. The exhibition visit is suitable for adults as well as families and school classes who want to not only see history but understand it. The combination of location, theme, and presentation creates a strong audience atmosphere, especially for guests who appreciate regional history and archaeology.

Practically Easy to Plan

The event runs from September 9, 2026, to November 1, 2026. On site, the House of Archaeology typically opens daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Ehrenbreitstein Fortress is designed to be accessible for people with disabilities, and additionally, travel, parking, and fortress lift are well planned for visitor flows. This keeps the visit also organizationally pleasant to plan.

Conclusion

Spears in the Trench brings an extraordinary archaeological find to the place where it works best: in a historical ensemble with a strong impact. Anyone wanting to experience Koblenz culture, Roman history, and cleverly staged exhibition concepts should mark this date and discover the exhibition live.

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