Thermenmuseum Schleitheim-Iuliomagus

The Thermenmuseum in Schleitheim, Switzerland, preserves the remains of the Roman public baths (thermae) at the centre of the Roman settlement of Iuliomagus. Excavated in 1974/75 and opened to the public in 1976 under a protective structure, the museum displays the well-preserved underground heating system with praefurnia and hypocaust, building foundations and parts of older predecessor buildings. The site illustrates how Roman baths served not only hygiene but also as a social meeting point, with separate rooms for men and women and a sequence of tepidarium, caldarium and frigidarium. The museum also hosts changing events and guided tours.

Families and Kids

Children and young people up to 16 years enter the Thermenmuseum free of charge. The museum offers guided tours and school classes are exempt from admission fees, making it suitable for family and school visits.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations
    • Entrance fee: 5 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Open daily from 8:00 to 20:00 from May to September and from 8:00 to 17:00 from October to April.
Monday
08:00-20:00 (May - September)
08:00-17:00 (October - April)
Tuesday
08:00-20:00 (May - September)
08:00-17:00 (October - April)
Wednesday
08:00-20:00 (May - September)
08:00-17:00 (October - April)
Thursday
08:00-20:00 (May - September)
08:00-17:00 (October - April)
Friday
08:00-20:00 (May - September)
08:00-17:00 (October - April)
Saturday
08:00-20:00 (May - September)
08:00-17:00 (October - April)
Sunday
08:00-20:00 (May - September)
08:00-17:00 (October - April)

Admission fees

5 CHF
Adult admission
0 CHF
Children/young people up to 16 years: free
0 CHF
Members of Pro Iuliomago: free
140 CHF
Groups: guided tours for up to 25 people CHF 140.00 plus CHF 5.00 admission per adult. Group discount: two adults per tour are free. School classes (pupils and accompanying persons) are exempt from admission fees.

Contact

Webpage
pro-iuliomago.ch
Address
Zum Salzbrunnen, 8226 Schleitheim

Access

Nearby stops

  • Schleitheim, Juliomagus400 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
1h 10m
Zug
1h 46m
Olten
1h 48m
St. Gallen
1h 48m
Luzern
2h 8m

FAQ

  • How were the Roman baths of Iuliomagus used?
    The Roman baths served not only for personal hygiene but also as a social meeting point. Bathers passed through the apodyterium (changing room), tepidarium, caldarium and frigidarium, and bathing was separated by gender.
  • What can visitors see at the Thermenmuseum today?
    Visitors can see the well-preserved underground heating system with praefurnia and hypocaust, building foundations, parts of older predecessor buildings, preserved door thresholds and the floors of the paddling pools.
  • Are guided tours available at the Thermenmuseum?
    Yes, guided tours for groups of up to 25 people are offered. Requests for guided tours can be sent via the contact form or to the Fachstelle Landschaft & Wein in Wilchingen.
  • Is the Thermenmuseum suitable for school classes?
    Yes, school classes (pupils and accompanying persons) are exempt from admission fees, making the museum well suited for school visits.

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