Landau Roman glasses: Readers wanted for mysterious stories!

Landau Roman glasses: Readers wanted for mysterious stories!

The rediscovery of Roman relics could tell a new history of viticulture in Landau. Steve Schwarz, a native of Landauer, has set itself the task of examining the age of mysterious Roman glasses that were found in the region. In his current call to the population, he encourages the residents to share their own stories and memories. This interactive research has already meant that numerous readers have contributed their experiences and the response is overwhelming. [Rheinpfalz] reports that this participation not only enriches research, but also strengthens the sense of community in Landau.

The background of this project lead us to the beginning of viticulture in the Palatinate. Research shows that the region has been an important center for wine production since the Roman period. The first traces of organized vine cultivation have been detectable since around 150 AD. [Atlas of wine culture] emphasizes that the Romans not only appreciated wine as a luxury goods, but also as a food with a considerable nutrient content. During this time, Roman soldiers received daily rations of wine, which illustrates the high need for wines in the region.

historical importance of Roman times

The discovery of the Roman glasses in Landau not only suggests the earlier use of wine, but also on the far-reaching commercial and transport routes that were established at the time. The wine requirements of the Roman legions led to an intensive expansion of the vineyards along the transport paths, which initially ran over Rhône and Saône, later over the Rhine and Moselle. This led to a sustainable development of viticulture in Germany, which continues from antiquity to this day, as current interdisciplinary studies confirm.

The enthusiasm for wine remains noticeable in the present. In August 2025, several wine festivals in the region are on the program. From August 1st to 4th, celebrations are celebrated in various places such as Forst, Gleisweiler and St. Martin; The Weinkerwe are a solid tradition that manifests the connection to the viticulture culture. There are also events such as the market breakfast in Bad Dürkheim and the Fass Schlubberfeschdl in Siebeldingen, which combine ice and wine in a sociable round. [Palatinate wine festivals] lists numerous highlights that wine lovers should not miss.