Dominikanermuseum Rottweil

Housed in a former Dominican monastery in the historic center of Rottweil, the Dominikanermuseum is one of Baden-Württemberg’s most fascinating cultural institutions. Opened in 1992, the museum brings together archaeology, medieval art, and contemporary creativity under one roof, allowing visitors to explore nearly two thousand years of regional history. The museum’s most famous section is dedicated to Arae Flaviae, the Roman settlement that made Rottweil the only Roman city in present-day Baden-Württemberg. Outstanding archaeological discoveries reveal what life was like on the Roman frontier. Visitors can admire ancient inscriptions, sculptures, everyday objects, and grave goods, as well as the magnificent Orpheus Mosaic, one of the most significant Roman artworks found in the region. Another highlight is the Dursch Collection, one of the finest collections of late Gothic sacred art in southern Germany. Around 180 sculptures and altar pieces created by renowned Swabian masters showcase the extraordinary skill and religious imagination of the late Middle Ages. Richly carved wooden figures, saints, and altarpieces provide a remarkable insight into medieval craftsmanship and devotion.