ποΈ Agendicum-Autessiodurum
Gallo-Roman archaeological site near Sens, France
π Fast Facts
- Located near Sens in the Yonne department of Burgundy, France
- Ancient Gallic and Roman settlement dating from the 1st century BCE onwards
- Known for substantial remains of Roman-era structures and artifacts
- Largely unexcavated; preserved as open archaeological terrain
Agendicum-Autessiodurum represents a significant Gallo-Roman settlement in north-central France, situated on the Yonne River near the modern city of Sens. The site preserves evidence of continuous occupation from the Late Iron Age through the Roman period, reflecting the transition from Gallic to Roman administrative control. Systematic archaeological survey and limited excavation have documented occupation layers, structural foundations, and portable artifacts spanning several centuries ...