Mautern: The Roman Fort of Favianis and St. Severin
An ancient frontier on the Danube opposite Krems
Photo: Haeferl, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Group
- up to 25 people
- Languages
- German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
This private tour shows you Mautern on the Danube, across the river from Krems, where the Roman fort of Favianis once guarded the Danube frontier. In the 5th century St. Severin worked here, and the account of his life is a unique record of late Roman times.
The Romans built a chain of forts along the Danube, the Limes, which since 2021 has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site 'Frontiers of the Roman Empire'. In Mautern towers and wall remains of the Favianis fort are still part of the townscape.
Severin arrived in a time of upheaval, helped the population against famine and raids and founded a monastery here. Your guide connects the traces in town with the Roman museum and tells how a border post grew into a town at the entrance to the Wachau.
This is a private tour: just your own group, your pace and plenty of time for questions. Our licensed guides are happy to adjust the focus to your interests before the day.
Highlights
- Remains of the Roman fort of Favianis
- The Danube Limes as UNESCO World Heritage
- St. Severin
- The Mautern Roman Museum
- Views across to Krems and Stein
The route
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1Roman gate and walls
Traces of the fort.
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2Roman museum
Finds and camp life.
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3Town center
From frontier to town.
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4Riverbank
Views of Krems and Göttweig.
Who this tour is for
History lovers, cyclists on the Danube Cycle Path and cruise passengers docked in Krems.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees for the Roman museum are not included in the tour price and are paid on site. Your guide will let you know in advance which tickets you will need.
How is the price calculated?
This is a private tour, so you pay one price per group, not per person. The amount depends on the duration and group size, and you receive a quote with your request.
Is Mautern easy to reach from Krems?
Yes, Mautern lies directly opposite Krems and is a quick trip across the Danube bridge, even by bike or on foot.
