Innenhof des Museums Augusta Raurica

The monumental bronze town model

The first highlight of Augusta Raurica is openly accessible in front of the museum: the largest bronze model of a Roman town ever made! Spread over 13 m2 and weighing 1.2 metric tons it gives visitors an unexpected impression of the size and grandeur of the former metropolis. Visitors can see – and touch – temples, theatres, elegant residential areas and tradesmen’s quarters including, of course, the associated infrastructure that the Romans were famous for.

More information on the bronze model

The sight in the geodata viewer (GeoView BL)

Bronzemodell vor dem Museum Augusta Raurica
Das massive Bronzemodell der spätantiken Römerstadt Augusta Raurica

Opening Hours

Museum and Roman House

Individuals and families: 10 am - 5 pm
Please note that only a restricted number of visitors is allowed in the museum. We ask for your understanding.

Schools and groups: 9 am - Noon
Upon registration.

From 1st February until 24th March the museum is closed.
During this time the Roman house is accessible free of charge.

Animal park and protected Houses

10 am – 5 pm

Closed on 24th, 25th, 31st December and 1st January