Ancient Writings

A hidden Roman sanctuary discovered beneath Frankfurt is offering rare clues about ancient rituals, including possible human sacrifice. With major funding secured, an international team of scientists is now racing to uncover how this mysterious, multi-god cult site operated on the empire's northern frontier. The sanctuary came to light during excavations carried out by the Monument Office between 2016 and 2018, and again in 2022, in Frankfurt's Nordweststadt district. The work took place during the construction of a new school, where archaeologists excavated more than 4,500 square meters at the center of the ancient Roman city of Nida. The dig revealed a walled complex that had remained largely undisturbed since Roman times, preserving a clear picture of its original layout