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Founded: 1st century ADCategory: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in France
Historical period: Roman Gaul (France)
Rating
4/5 (based on Google user reviews)
User Reviews
Marine Joly (2 years ago)
The site is pretty and well maintained. Access is free. We clearly distinguish the different parts of the theater. A few display panels could allow the general public to better understand the history of the site, however. However, with a phone, it is possible to receive 4G and search for information on the internet while admiring this place. The place is not very busy so the lack of clearly marked parking does not pose a problem, just park on the side of the path leading to the theater. I recommend it to curious people and history buffs.
The site is pretty and well maintained. Access is free. We clearly distinguish the different parts of the theater. A few display panels could allow the general public to better understand the history of the site, however. However, with a phone, it is possible to receive 4G and search for information on the internet while admiring this place. The place is not very busy so the lack of clearly marked parking does not pose a problem, just park on the side of the path leading to the theater. I recommend it to curious people and history buffs.
Daniele Arnaud (2 years ago)
On the way to Saint James
On the way to Saint James
Raphaël Cherbonneau (3 years ago)
The “Arènes de Thénac” are in fact an ancient Gallo-Roman theater. The site is very well maintained and you can clearly see the amphitheater, the stage and the vomitoriums. All close to the Nationale 137, which connects Saintes to Pons. Certainly an ancient Roman road. There are many in SAINTONGE. The towers of Pirelonge, Chagnon and the Ebéon lantern are exceptional monuments because everywhere else these watchtowers have been ruined. The watchtowers were located along the Roman road and allowed communication from far and wide to warn of the arrival of enemies with fires lit at the top.
The “Arènes de Thénac” are in fact an ancient Gallo-Roman theater. The site is very well maintained and you can clearly see the amphitheater, the stage and the vomitoriums. All close to the Nationale 137, which connects Saintes to Pons. Certainly an ancient Roman road. There are many in SAINTONGE. The towers of Pirelonge, Chagnon and the Ebéon lantern are exceptional monuments because everywhere else these watchtowers have been ruined. The watchtowers were located along the Roman road and allowed communication from far and wide to warn of the arrival of enemies with fires lit at the top.
Marie-Christine BRUERE (3 years ago)
Not necessarily very well signposted and the parking lot doesn't look like much, finally it is not marked Still worth seeing to explain, especially to children
Not necessarily very well signposted and the parking lot doesn't look like much, finally it is not marked Still worth seeing to explain, especially to children
Aurore NAYRAC (4 years ago)
Nice site which deserves some explanatory panels
Nice site which deserves some explanatory panels
