• Museum Hoge Woerd Utrecht view of the frontal view of the old entrance
  • Museum Hoge Woerd Utrecht view of old roman boat in the musuem
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Museum Hoge Woerd Utrecht

Museum Hoge Woerd Utrecht

Museum Hoge Woerd is a unique archaeological and cultural destination on the western edge of Utrecht. Set within a faithfully reconstructed Roman castellum (fort), the museum blends cutting-edge architecture, live archaeology, and interactive learning to bring the ancient past vividly into the present. It sits directly on the foundations of a Roman fort that once guarded the Lower Germanic Limes, the northern frontier of the Roman Empire—now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Opening hours

  • Mon–Tue 10:30 – 15:00
  • Wed–Sun 10:30 – 17:00
  • Fri–Sat Extended to 21:00

How to get there

Hoge Woerdplein 1, 3454 PB De Meern (Utrecht), Netherland

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Museum Hoge Woerd – Roman history in a modern fortress

Museum Hoge Woerd is a unique museum located in Leidsche Rijn, Utrecht. It combines archaeology, education, and heritage inside a rebuilt Roman fort. The museum brings the ancient world to life for all ages.

What to See

  • A real Roman ship from 2,000 years ago
  • Objects from Roman life in the Netherlands
  • Interactive exhibits about soldiers, trade, and daily life
  • Children’s activities, games, and workshops
  • Archaeological finds from Utrecht and beyond

Why Visit

  • Step inside a full-size Roman fort
  • Learn how Romans lived, worked, and traveled
  • Great for families and school groups
  • Free entry and fun for all ages

The Museum

Museum Hoge Woerd is built on a real Roman site. It opened in 2015 as a center for archaeology and education. The museum is part of Castellum Hoge Woerd, which also has a theater, café, and city farm.

Visitor Information

  • Address: Hoge Woerdplein 1, Utrecht (Leidsche Rijn)
  • Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 – 17:00
  • Tickets: Free entry
  • Guided tours and group programs available
  • Facilities: Café, theater, farm, and kids’ activities

Museum Hoge Woerd is ideal for visitors who want to explore Roman history, archaeology, and hands-on learning in a fun, modern space.

Some Highlights of Museum Hoge Woerd Utrecht

The Roman Ship “De Meern 1”

A 2,000‑year‑old Roman river cargo vessel discovered with its complete inventory—housed in a dramatic glass gallery. Dubbed "a piece of Pompeii in northern Europe," it's one of the most significant finds in Northwestern Europe.

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"Exterior view of Castellum Hoge Woerd, a reconstructed Roman fort in Utrecht, featuring stone walls and historical architectural elements under a partly cloudy sky."

Castellum & Ramparts

The six-meter-high wooden fortification walls (ramparts) faithfully follow the original contours of the Roman castellum.

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Castellum & Ramparts

The ramparts also house “time windows”—3D-visualisation stations offering glimpses of the fortress’s past layout, including the bathhouse, harbor, cemetery, and garrison village.

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