Bath of the Roman villa in Ahrweiler

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The Roman villa on Silberberg in Ahrweiler boasts an extraordinary state of preservation, making it one of the most captivating Roman architectural treasures north of the Alps. The ancient walls were buried under a landslide in the 5th century AD, preserving the site like a well-preserved time capsule for centuries to come. Vibrant wall paintings with their figurative and floral designs remain intact and can be admired in their original form throughout the property. Visitors can step into the kitchen, bathhouse, and even experience the underfloor heating system firsthand. This architectural marvel is unusually complex, comprising multiple phases resulting from nearly five hundred years of continuous use. A highly detailed 3D model will help unravel the last remaining mysteries surrounding this historic site. Today, the Roman building is safeguarded within a museum, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the rich history of the Rhineland region.