10 km from Basel there is a small town which is called Augst, the former Roman town of Augusta Raurica, founded in 15 B.C. and built in the first three centuries A.D.. In no other place northern of the Alps you get so close to the Roman history like here. No matter where you put your fingers in the ground, you'll be touching Roman ruins. In this town you do not get rid of the feeling that you'll cross the paths of Asterix with Obelix and the Romans.
The Roman theater Augusta Raurica is located in the middle of Augst. This very special open air theater is the perfect location for many cultural events. The theater Augusta Raurica supports any production with its stunning ambience.
