Trier Imperial Baths

Trier Imperial Baths
UNESCO World Heritage Site
LocationTrier, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Part ofRoman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier
CriteriaCultural: (i), (iii), (iv), (vi)
Reference367-006
Inscription1986 (10th Session)
Coordinates49°44′59″N 6°38′32″E / 49.749729°N 6.642259°E / 49.749729; 6.642259
Trier Imperial Baths is located in Germany
Trier Imperial Baths
Location of Trier Imperial Baths in Germany
Trier Imperial Baths is located in Rhineland-Palatinate
Trier Imperial Baths
Trier Imperial Baths (Rhineland-Palatinate)

The Trier Imperial Baths (German: Kaiserthermen) are a large Roman bath complex in Trier, Germany. The complex was constructed in the early 4th century AD, during the reign of Constantine I. During that time, Trier was a major imperial hub, being a primary residence for Constantine's son Crispus. The baths were built around hot water pools reaching 40°C.[1] Underneath the complex was a network of underground passageways used by the staff which can still be seen today, along with the remains of the sewer system.[1] However, the baths were never completed and were made into a castle in the Middle Ages.[2]

  1. ^ a b "The Roman Bridge - Places of Interest".
  2. ^ "Imperial Baths, Trier".