Römische Villa

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The 4th-century Roman villa in Höflein measures 19.6 by 13.6 meters. Western living quarters, rooms I and IX, featured underfloor heating, a luxury of the time. The eastern section was likely dedicated to economic pursuits. Room IX, highlighted by its apse, served as the main gathering area for both dining and socializing. Its underfloor heating system took the shape of a Y, while a nearby chamber in the open courtyard (room V) fueled this heat source. The larger room I also benefited from underfloor heating and possibly functioned as a bedroom. A T-shaped heating channel heated by a small chamber (II) was its primary source of warmth. Unheated rooms II-VII were used for storage and economic purposes, indicating a clear separation between living and working areas within the villa.