The Senator welcomes us directly at the Danube cycle path, one of the most beautiful bike paths in Europe, at the Danube Restaurant (Donaustraße 64). We turn onto the Traisental cycle path and come to the next Roman figure, the legionary at the Roman footbridge (Spar supermarket, Gartenring 34a), who briefly informs us about Traismauer Castle. We walk towards the sentinel of the cavalry unit Ala Prima Thracum. He is positioned in front of Traismauer Castle (Hauptplatz 1) and tells us about the small fort Augustianis. Here, we can take the opportunity to clarify any open questions or further excursion tips at the Traismauer Tourist Information. A few meters away is the locksmith's house (Florianigasse 9-13). There we are awaited by a passing Roman legionary who points out the special features around the horseshoe tower. Afterwards, we follow the cultural trail until we reach the Romanized late Antique family directly in front of the Traismauer Town Hall (Wienerstraße 8).
The Roman figures
Senator
The Senator at the Danube cycle path welcomes us to the town of Traismauer and invites us to visit the charming small town. For an exciting and entertaining stay in Traismauer, the cultural trail with 50 interesting sights as well as the restaurants and wine taverns with regional delicacies and fine drinks provide great appeal.
Legionary
The legionary is positioned with a view of the late Antique burgus of the cavalry camp Augustianis. A former citadel, from which the city wall originated, was converted into a small fort during the 4th century. In the Middle Ages, it was transformed into a castle-like building.
Sentinel of the cavalry unit Ala Prima Thracum
The sentinel stands in front of the former small fort Augustianis. The 4th century was marked by turmoil in the hinterland, passing migratory peoples, and constant pressure on the limes, which severely affected the peaceful coexistence of the diverse community. Soldiers from all over the world and their families lived in Traismauer. In the lapidarium – the stone collection – in the courtyard of the castle, there are witnesses to this time. In the Baroque period, the small fort was established as the administrative seat of the Salzburg bishops. Today, Traismauer Castle is a venue for various events; it also houses the archive and museum of the Viennese Operetta Society and exhibition rooms of the famous Traismauer nativity play. These can be visited by appointment.
Legionary
The sentinel is an imperial Roman legionary passing through on the way to Aelium Cetium, today's St. Pölten. As a member of the third cohort Pius, he guards the cavalry camp Augustianis, which was strengthened and expanded under Emperor Antonius Pius. The horseshoe tower, which protrudes from the city wall, is a silent witness.
Family
In front of today's Town Hall, we see a typically Romanized late Antique family. The father has retired from military service after 20 years and has now started a small family with his Celtic wife. Despite high child mortality, the two children are healthy and thriving. The family lives in a time when early Christianity had already taken hold, yet the population still adhered to the old beliefs. This cultural continuity is well documented by archaeological finds in the lower church.
