Bornheim/Alfter/Swisttal/ Cluster "Kottenforst Nord"
Car park and signpost “Am Weißen Stein" near the “Römerhof” golf course
The northern part of the Kottenforst forest periodically served as a training area for the Roman army. We now know that there were 11 training camps in the area between 1 and 2 AD. A number of earthworks can still be seen. Several hiking trails between Ramelshoven and the "Weißen Stein" car park wend their way through these ancient training grounds.
Access: partially public
Note:
The archaeological remains that make up the Lower Germanic Limes (NGL) UNESCO World Heritage Site are all very well preserved. Most of these structures are buried underground and well protected. Some are visible above ground. So far, there is very little on-site information explaining the history and significance of these finds. We are currently working on a comprehensive package of information and presentation resources to promote public understanding of these sites.
