Introduction

In September of 9 AD, three Roman legions; the XVII, XVIII and XIX were led deep into the Teutoburg Forest.

They never returned.

The Varus March is a modern act of remembrance.
A 100 km journey over three days, retracing the final path of those legions.
It’s not a reenactment. It’s not a sporting event.
It’s a disciplined, self-sustained march: designed to honor, reflect and endure.

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What It Is

Distance: Approximately 100 kilometers
Duration: 3 days (Sept 8–11)
Route: From Porta Westfalica to Kalkriese, along the Arminiusweg trail
Load: You carry your own gear ~30 kg / 60 lbs *weight is not mandatory. You decide based on your ambition and capability.
Rest: Nights in tents, under rotation of night guard
Support: None. Self-sufficiency is part of the challenge
Cadence: Legionary pace. No shortcuts.

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Timeline Summary

Day 1 – Into the Woods

The march begins. Columns stretch. The forest closes in. You start to feel the weight: physically and mentally.

Day 2 – Into the Rain (if we are lucky)

Endurance is tested. The gear is soaked. Sleep is short. The challenge becomes psychological.

Day 3 – Into the Trap

The terrain narrows. Legs burn. There is no exit but forward. Every step echoes what was lost here, but also what we now carry.