The longer Bato Route (yellow) in Velsen-Zuid takes you to the historical site where the Roman harbor fort once stood on the Oer-IJ. The route passes various archaeological points near De Ven in Velsen-Zuid and bridges the gap between Roman history and the natural value of Spaarnwoude Park.
Audio Story Via an audio tour, you have the opportunity to discover more about the Roman past of this area. You will hear stories from Legionary Bato about the former and present surroundings, excavations, the Frisian Revolt, and a bridge over the Oer-IJ. Download the audio tour here or scan the QR codes on the starting panel or on the marker posts and dive into the history of the army camp. The Roman Route is brought to you by Recreatieschap Spaarnwoude, Stichting Oer-IJ, Archeologische Werkgroep Velsen, Historische Kring Velsen, and the Municipality of Velsen.
Kenmerken
- Onverhard
- Honden toegestaan
