Discussion on Engineering Ancient Roman Road Network Spanning from the Alps to the Danube
A unique event is set to take place in Ingolstadt, Germany, from July 18 to 19, as the Institute for Ancient Studies at the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, in collaboration with the Center for Urban History Ingolstadt, archaeological firm Pro Arch Prospection and Archaeology GmbH, and the Baroque Hall in the Stadtmuseum Ingolstadt, organise a workshop titled "Rome's Traces on the Bavarian Limes". This public event invites scientists, interested parties, and the general public to participate and contribute to the advancement of a previously overlooked field of research.
The workshop aims to delve into the exploration of Roman roads and ancient paths between the Alps and the Danube, a topic that has been scarcely systematically researched by scholars. The focus will be on archaeological techniques, landscape analysis, and potentially remote sensing or GIS applications to trace and study these ancient routes.
Roman roads played a crucial role in military logistics, trade, and administrative control, especially linking key regions like the Alps and the Danube. Cities such as Regensburg, initially founded as Roman settlements, reveal how these roads supported major trading centers and urban growth along the Danube River. The workshop will emphasise the significance of these roads in shaping the cultural and economic landscape of the region.
Future research might integrate digital modelling and heritage preservation to better understand and protect these ancient infrastructures. The workshop could foster collaboration among archaeologists, historians, and engineers to explore sustainable ways to incorporate ancient road heritage into contemporary infrastructure planning and tourism development.
The venue for this workshop is the Baroque Hall in the Stadtmuseum Ingolstadt, located at Kavalier Hepp, Auf der Schanz 45. To attend, participants are required to RSVP by email to [email protected]. This innovative event promises new methodological approaches, interdisciplinary impulses, and the joint identification of future research perspectives.
[1] Regensburg, Germany - History, Architecture, and Tourism, [www.regensburg-tourismus.de](http://www.regensburg-tourismus.de) [2] Roman Roads in Bulgaria: An Interdisciplinary Approach, [www.academia.edu/37678678/Roman_Roads_in_Bulgaria_An_Interdisciplinary_Approach](http://www.academia.edu/37678678/Roman_Roads_in_Bulgaria_An_Interdisciplinary_Approach)
- The workshop, focusing on Roman roads and ancient paths between the Alps and the Danube, could lead to discussions about integrating sustainable living principles into the study and preservation of these historical infrastructures, thereby promoting a lifestyle that is sympathetic to home-and-garden practices and sustainable-living ideals.
- As the workshop highlights the significance of Roman roads in shaping the cultural and economic landscape of the region, one could imagine future tourism development that showcases these ancient routes, offering immersive experiences that celebrate the region's history while fostering a connected and sustainable lifestyle for its inhabitants.
