🏛️ Roman Amphitheatre of Augustodunum
Gallo-Roman arena in Autun, France, late 1st century CE
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Autun, Burgundy, France
- Founded: Late 1st century CE
- Dimensions: Approximately 148 metres long
- Capacity: Estimated 15,000–20,000 spectators
The Roman Amphitheatre of Augustodunum is a Gallo-Roman arena in Autun, France, that demonstrates the scale and engineering sophistication of provincial entertainment infrastructure in the Roman Empire. Built in the late 1st century CE, it ranks among the largest surviving Roman amphitheatres in Gaul and reflects the city's status as a major administrative and cultural centre established under Emperor Augustus. As of 2026, the amphitheatre remains substantially intact and open to visitors, with ...