Trier Imperial Baths
The Trier Imperial Baths (German: Kaiserthermen) are a large Roman bath complex in Trier, Germany. The complex was constructed in the early 4th century AD, during the reign of Constantine I. During that time, Trier was a major imperial hub, being a primary residence for Constantine's son Crispus. The baths were built around hot water pools reaching 40°C.[1] Underneath the complex was a network of underground passageways used by the staff which can still be seen today, along with the remains of the sewer system.[1] However, the baths were never completed and were made into a castle in the Middle Ages.[2]
| UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
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| Location | Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany |
| Part of | Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier |
| Criteria | Cultural: (i), (iii), (iv), (vi) |
| Reference | 367-006 |
| Inscription | 1986 (10th Session) |
| Coordinates | 49°44′59″N 6°38′32″E |
  Location of Trier Imperial Baths in Germany  Trier Imperial Baths (Rhineland-Palatinate) | |
Gallery
Augusta Treverorum City Plan
Model of the Baths
1983, before some restoration
remains of walls and subterranean passages
External links
- "Tourist-Information Trier: Imperial Baths: Info". trier-info.de. Retrieved 2014-01-31.
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