Gennes Amphitheatre

Gennes, France

Remains of the Gallo-Roman amphitheatre date from the 2th century AD. The venue built for gladiator and huntings shows had originally seats for 5000 spectators.

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D70, Gennes, France
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Founded: 2nd century AD
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in France
Historical period: Roman Gaul (France)

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www.megalithic.co.uk

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Bas Visser (4 months ago)
Fantastic amphitheater! A walking path takes you all the way around the stands and you can also stand in the middle of the amphitheater. There is also quite a bit of information about this historic site!
Polly Wainwright (7 months ago)
What a fabulous little find. Tucked away on the outskirts of Gennes, well worth a look if in the area. We followed the carpark signs - opposite the entrance, only to find height barriers !! But you can park by the entrance. Free entrance. Gorgeous woodland walk in the trees above the amphitheatre. Walking boots recommended ! Slippery and wet. Fabulous site, leaves your imagination wandering. All plaques in French and English. We'll worth a visit if in the area.
Vincent Debert (16 months ago)
Good, practical and free visit. Allow 15-20 minutes. Personally I didn't know and it's nice to know about a place like this. Inaccessible to people with reduced mobility, strollers.
arno v (20 months ago)
If you pass through there, stop and you will discover the remains of this ancient Gallo-Roman site (15 mins)
beat shona (2 years ago)
Interesting Roman Ruins, unfortunately most of the structure has been dismantled, so you have to use your imagination at the site.
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