Copyright: GDKE-Rheinisches Landesmuseum Trier, Thomas Zühmer
Villa Otrang, relicts of Roman glory
Fließem
Precious Remnants of a Magnificent Estate Saved! The 19th century was an exciting time for archaeology, as people became increasingly fascinated by their history. When a farmer came across precious mosaics while working in a field near Bitburg, he didn’t simply plow them under. The finds were secured and protected with structures that are now themselves designated as historic landmarks.
Go check it out. Today we know that near the village of Fließem stood a vast estate, featuring a lavishly furnished manor house, bathing facilities, and even its own temple complex. Of course, there was also a heating system. The residential wing included a service area with various buildings.
Today, the precious mosaic floors that once adorned the stately rooms are particularly fascinating. The villa faced the important Roman road between Trier and Cologne, and if you drive on to Bitburg, you’ll reach a formerly important Roman roadside settlement with a large fort. The city’s Roman history is brought to life through an interesting multimedia archaeological trail.
For children ages 7 and up, there’s an exciting scavenger hunt (see the Download section). Alternatively, you can pick up the flyer at the Bitburger Land Tourist Information Office, Römermauer 6, Bitburg.
A stop on the Roman Roads.
Relive the past: With the free ARGO app, you can view the villa on-site via augmented reality in its original size and in a 360° view. To download the free ARGO app
Public Guided Tours 2026
always on the last Sunday of the month (April–October, 11 a.m.)
– April 26, 2026
– May 31, 2026
– June 28, 2026
– July 26, 2026
– August 30,August 8, 2026
– September 13, 2026 Open Monument Day (11 a.m. expert-led tour, 3 p.m. family tour)
– September 27, 2026
– October 25, 2026
The public tours are free of charge.
At Villa Otrang, there’s a “Jumpstone”: Jump on the stone and experience the history of the Roman Villa Otrang through kinetic energy in an immersive audio experience!
Click here for the 360° tour
Private Tours
Further information
During the winter months, Villa Otrang is closed!
The outdoor area of Villa Otrang and two shelters with mosaics (visible through glass doors) are open to visitors from April to October, Wednesday to Sunday, 10 AM - 5 PM (including holidays) and are freely accessible to the public.
The large bathhouse can only be visited as part of a guided tour.
The first two rooms of Villa Otrang are wheelchair accessible. The other rooms can be reached via steps. A restroom is located in the basement and can be accessed by stairs. The access from the parking lot to the villa has natural stone steps.
(There is no dining available at Villa Otrang).
Note: Due to weather conditions, there may be short-term closures in the facility.
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Villa Otrang is freely accessible all year round in the outdoor area.
Information panels in German, English, French, and Dutch inform visitors about the Roman estate and the products that were cultivated there in Roman times.
Reconstruction drawings and the visible floor plan show the magnificent manor house in its enormous size with over 60 rooms. A smaller bath is visible from the outside, which the wealthy Roman owner later replaced with a larger, luxurious bath. Visitors can also learn about how Villa Otrang was rediscovered and protected in the 19th century in the outdoor area.
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
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| Thursday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
Impressions
Contact
Römische Villa Otrang
Villa Otrang 1
54636 Fließem
