Drususstein
Monument Ancient Roman cenotaph and historic stone monument
The Drususstein in Mainz is a Roman-era cenotaph from the 1st century CE; visitors see the surviving stone core and interpretive information on Roman Mainz.
The Drususstein is a Roman funerary monument in Mainz (ancient Mogontiacum) erected in honour of the general Nero Claudius Drusus. It survives as a pronounced stone mound and core that once formed part of a larger sepulchral structure.
Originally part of Roman-era monumental burial practice, the surviving structure is a rare above-ground remnant of Mainz’s Roman past and has been studied and conserved as an archaeological feature. The monument’s visible remains date to the Augustan period and later antiquity.
The Drususstein stands within Mainz’s urban area near the Rhine River, marking the city’s long history as a Roman military and administrative centre.
- Surviving height: Surviving Roman-era funerary monument in Mainz with a visible stone core about 20 metres high that marks the once-larger tomb monument.
How to Get to Drususstein #
The Drususstein is located near Mainz’s winter harbour and the Rhine promenade, a short walk from Mainz Hauptbahnhof (main railway station) and well within the pedestrian historic centre.
Tips for Visiting Drususstein #
- The Drususstein is on a raised terrace with steps - older visitors should note the stair angle when planning the visit.
- Combine the visit with a walk along Mainz's river promenade and the Roman archaeology museum for context about Drusus and the Roman presence on the Rhine.
- Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups and local runners.
Best Time to Visit Drususstein #
Mild seasons are best for pairing the monument with river walks and nearby museums.
Weather & Climate near Drususstein #
Drususstein's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (574 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 64 mm of rain.
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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