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Hands-on Courses
Joining in is much better than simply standing there watching, and that applies not only for children. All visitors can actively take part in the hands-on courses offered in the APX.
Germ carving is just one of the activities offered for old and young.
Roman clothing
People are what they wear – even in antiquity. The course provides an opportunity to dress up in genuine Roman attire and is equally suitable for children of all ages and for adults. Cost: EUR 33.
Roman games
Even the Romans had a passion for games. You are welcome to try out some of the best Roman games in the APX. The course is equally suitable for children of all ages and for adults. Cost: EUR 33
Minting coins
Participants in this course can mint their own wax coins to take home as a souvenir. The course is particularly suitable for children between the ages of 8 and 12, although many adults also enjoy it. Cost: EUR 33 plus EUR 2 for materials per person.
Producing writing tablets
The Romans used to write on small wooden tablets covered with a layer of wax. Participants in this hands-on course produce their own writing tablet on which to engrave a message with a stylus. The course is for children between the ages of 6 and 12 in particular. Cost: EUR 33 plus EUR 2 for materials per person.
Making fibulas
A fibula is a kind of safety pin which was used in antiquity to keep garments closed and also served as an ornament. The participants in this course make their own fibula of silver wire. The course is intended for children over the age of 10 and for adults. Cost: EUR 33 plus EUR 2 for materials per person.
Gem carving
In this course, glass nuggets are engraved with cutters to produce small stones known as gems which were used to seal letters and documents. The course is designed for adolescents and adults. Working with the tools is too difficult for children under 12. Cost: EUR 33 plus EUR 2 for materials per person.
Roman mathematics
This special guided tour focuses on Roman numerals and Roman mathematics and offers ample opportunity to try things out personally. It is particularly suitable for children between the ages of 9 and 14, as well as for adults. Cost: EUR 33
Hands-on history
Touching exhibits in museums is normally prohibited. In this course the participants can pick up genuine Roman findings and examine them. An interesting experience for children over the age of 10 and for adults. Cost: EUR 33
Information & reservations
School classes and adults can choose from a large range of programmes and courses in the APX. The classic courses devoted to Roman clothing and Roman games focus on the community spirit. Others are more creative in nature and allow the participants to make something with their own hands. The hands-on courses are limited to a maximum of 15 participants. Larger groups will be divided up.
The hands-on courses are led by specially trained supervisors. The courses last one hour and must be booked in advance. Prices apply in addition to the normal admission. A small surcharge will be charged if courses are booked for a weekend. The meeting point is at the box-office to the Park or the RömerMuseum. We will gladly help you to draw up a programme for your visit to the APX.
Please book the guided tours in advance through our Service Hotline. Do not hesitate to voice your special requests; our colleagues on the Service Hotline are fully familiar with all the possibilities available and have a direct link to the tour guides.
The courses are also available in English, Dutch, French and Hungarian. A sign language interpreter can be hired for visitors with impaired hearing.
