2000 years of a Roman town
The Romans appreciated the favourable position on the banks of the Iller and the accessibility of the road system and settled down right on this spot, calling their town Cambodunum – by the way, the oldest town in Germany mentioned in writing. Although lots has happened to the town since then, its Roman heritage still plays an important role. Excavations took place at the original site, which today can be viewed in the Cambodunum Archaeological Park (APC). With a multimedia app and active stations, visitors can relive the time of the Romans during a tour round the park in Kempten.
Museums, churches and squares
Kempten’s winding history has been represented in a vivid, exciting way in various museums in the town. Apart from the APC, the Showroom Erasmuskapelle deserves particular mention. The original chapel was turned into an underground showroom where visitors can experience Kempten’s past in a multi-vision show. The Protestant Church of St Mang is located just a few metres away. The Catholic equivalent is the Basilica of St Lorenz, which is also well worth a visit. Lovely squares – not only in front of the churches but all over the town – invite visitors to take a stroll and have a rest.
