Excavation CAMP
Archaeological digs for kids, schoolchildren and adults
The 200 square meter excavation landscape realistically presents all the elements of an archaeological dig under a tent roof. Each level reveals finds from a particular period, from the modern times back to the Stone Age. In the Excavation CAMP you work through the various stages of archaeological field research: You measure and document the height and visual particularities of the already exposed areas. Then you look for archaeological evidence yourself with a trowel and a brush.
Hands-on excavations and offers for groups
Hands-on excavations
The Excavation CAMP can only be visited as part of a hands-on excavation. You will become an archaeologist yourself and be guided by an excavation leader. You will find the dates of the open hands-on excavations in our events calendar.
Group offers
Adults, school classes and children's birthdays are more than welcome at our camp. People with physical disabilities can also access our almost barrier-free site via a ramp.
We offer the following group tours:
Offers for adults
Take part in a team dig with friends or club colleagues. The Excavation CAMP provides a unique setting for a company outing, a company event or team building.
Team dig
In our staged setting, which is unique in Europe, you explore and discover the stories in the layers of the earth with a yardstick, pencil and shovel. You measure and document visual particularities of already uncovered areas. Then you use a trowel and brush to reveal archaeological evidence in prepared excavation segments. Layer by layer, idealistic finds and findings complete the history of the region back to the time of the first farmers.
We are more than willing to adapt the program to your particular needs and the format of your event.
Special opening times can also be organised by prior arrangement.
Duration: 120 minutes
Group size: max. 20 people per group
Price: € 60 per group, plus € 5 per person
Children's birthdays
Have a very special birthday - with the excitement of a real archaeological dig!
Birthday dig
At our Excavation CAMP you and your birthday guests can dig for "treasures" from olden days. But be careful! The most valuable finds are not made of gold. Discover the surprising stories told by old bones, broken clay pots and traces in the sand at our Excavation CAMP. Have a very special birthday - with the excitement of a real excavation!
Duration: 120 minutes
Group size: max. 15 children
Price: € 60 per group
Offers for school classes
Offers for school classes
In the Excavation CAMP, schoolchildren can breathe fresh "excavation air". In a period of 90 minutes, the group works its way through the various stages of archaeological field research: The youngsters measure, document and uncover finds and findings. Layer by layer they gain insights into the history of our region - from the life of the first farmers to the contents of a medieval church.
Duration: 90 minutes
Group size: max. 20 children
Price: € 45 per group (90 minutes)
Admission fees for the Excavation CAMP
The Excavation CAMP can only be visited as part of a hands-on archaeological dig. We offer regular appointments on Sundays and public holidays. Groups can book a date of their choice.
Hands-on archaeological digs for groups (max. 25 participants): € 30 / hour (bookable from 1 hour) plus admission to the excavation CAMP:
Adults: € 5
Concessions*: € 2,50
Free entry for children and youngsters up to and including 17 years of age
Free entry for school classes
Combined ticket: Permanent exhibition and Excavation CAMP
Adults: € 8
Concessions*: € 4
Free entry for children and youngsters up to and including 17 years of age
Free entry for school classes
* Concessions are available for "recipients of ongoing benefits under the Social Security Codes II
and XII", students, trainees, federal service volunteers, volunteers in the Social and Ecological Year, severely disabled people with a degree of disability of 50% or more (if necessary and with
verification - accompanying person free of charge).