Exploring the ROMAN LEGACY

Discover the Roman Danube Limes and its hinterland through a new Cultural Route embedded in a broader Theme Region. ROMAN LEGACY uncovers shared heritage, connects communities, and promotes sustainable cultural tourism across the Danube Region.

Shaping a Living Roman Heritage Network Across the Danube

Project Objective

ROMAN LEGACY aims to create a cross-border Cultural Route along the Roman Danube Limes and its hinterland, embedded in a broader Theme Region. By building a strong transnational network and developing innovative tools and strategies for the sustainable presentation and promotion of Roman heritage in the Danube Region, the project lays the foundations for a vibrant, engaging Cultural Route and prepares it for certification by the Council of Europe.

Creating a Shared Roman Narrative Along the Danube

Relevance & Context

The Danube Region holds exceptional Roman heritage – from UNESCO World Heritage sites to lesser-known local sites, museums and cultural landscapes. Yet its presentation is still uneven, fragmented or disconnected across borders: many areas remain under‑visited while others face pressure from over‑tourism. What is missing is a unifying transnational brand.
ROMAN LEGACY addresses this by building strong networks, improving access to knowledge, involving local communities, and fostering slow, eco-friendly tourism that benefits remote areas and enhances regional cohesion along the Danube Limes and its hinterland.

From Knowledge to Experience: Stories and Tools That Bring the Roman Past to Life

Expected Results

ROMAN LEGACY develops a set of interconnected outputs that transform Roman heritage into a coherent, accessible and engaging experience across the Danube Region:

Roman Trails – Hike & Bike the Roman History
Ten thematic hiking and cycling routes link archaeological sites, towns and landscapes, turning the Danube Limes into an immersive outdoor journey.
Cultural Route Guide – Trace Your Roman Adventure
A comprehensive guidebook unites the Danube Limes and hinterland sites with stories, maps and insights for visitors and experts.
Digital Tools – Discover the Past Through Technology
VR/AR, 3D models and immersive visualisations bring Roman sites back to life, grounded in scientific accuracy.
Website & App – Roman Heritage at Your Fingertips
Interactive maps, stories, events and digital features make exploration simple, barrier-free and inspiring.
Roman Events – Live the Legacy
Pilot events and cultural activities activate heritage, strengthen communities and turn history into living culture.

Make the Roman Past a Living, Connected Experience

Main Activities

ROMAN LEGACY builds a strong transnational network, gathers and analyses heritage data, and develops shared storytelling principles through expert meetings, workshops and co-creation processes. The partnership collaborates with digital specialists to design VR/AR tools, test Roman Trails and implement pilot actions that engage local communities. At the same time, ROMAN LEGACY prepares governance structures, visibility measures and all components needed for the long-term development of the Cultural Route.
Together, these efforts help transform the Roman past into a living, connected experience for visitors and communities across the Danube Region.

Cultural Route & Theme Region: A Cross Border Journey Through 2,000 Years of History

The ROMAN LEGACY Vision

The Cultural Route along the Roman Danube Limes, embedded in a wider Theme Region, linking UNESCO World Heritage sites with lesser-known local sites, forms an active, engaged transnational network of communities, experts, museums, and tourism partners. Guided by shared branding, digital tools and coherent storytelling, it creates an accessible, immersive journey through 2,000 years of Roman history – celebrating shared European heritage, strengthening transnational cooperation and supporting sustainable regional development.
With its modular structure and long‑term governance model, the Route aims to become a certified Cultural Route of the Council of Europe.