Aquae Sextiae, Roman archaeological site in Provence, France
The ruins of Aquae Sextiae include ancient thermal baths, temples, and residential structures spread across the modern city of Aix-en-Provence.
Founded in 123 BC by Roman consul Gaius Sextius Calvinus, Aquae Sextiae served as a military colony near natural springs in Gallia Narbonensis.
The archaeological site contains remains of Roman public buildings, revealing the daily practices and architectural techniques of the ancient settlement.
Visitors can explore the archaeological remains through guided tours that start at the tourist office and include detailed explanations of Roman construction methods.
The mineral-rich thermal springs that attracted Roman settlers continue to flow beneath the city, maintaining a constant temperature of 35 degrees Celsius.
Location: Gallia Narbonensis
Founders: Gaius Sextius Calvinus
GPS coordinates: 43.53333,5.43333
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
The Cours Mirabeau and Renaissance fountains define Aix-en-Provence's center. Notable structures include Saint-Sauveur Cathedral and Hôtel de Caumont. The landscape features Montagne Sainte-Victoire and Valensole lavender fields. The old town contains narrow streets, mansions, and markets. Museums display art from classical to modern periods, including works by Cézanne and Vasarely.
Cathedral of the Holy Saviour
1.1 km
Hôtel Boyer de Fonscolombe
1.1 km
Pavillon Vendôme
759 m
Grand Théâtre de Provence
953 m
Bastide du Jas de Bouffan
777 m
Bibliothèque Méjanes
1.1 km
Thermes romains d'Aix-en-Provence
919 m
Notre-Dame de la Seds
514 m
Tourreluque
894 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Consolation
976 m
Casino municipal d'Aix-en-Provence
1.1 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste du Faubourg
957 m
Faculté de droit d'Aix-en-Provence
1.1 km
Hôtel de Boadès
1.1 km
Fontaine du cours Sextius
961 m
Hôtel de Venel
1.1 km
Maison, 31 rue des Cordeliers
1.1 km
Logis du Bras d'Or
1.1 km
Hôtel d'Aiguines
1.1 km
Chapelle des pénitents bleus
1.1 km
Hôtel Adanson
1.1 km
Hôtel de Pontevès
1.1 km
Maison, 3 lisse des Cordeliers
998 m
Mur romain
1.1 km
Monument de Joseph Sec
1 km
Aquae Sextiae
864 m
Chapelle des pénitents gris
1.1 km
Jardin du pavillon de Vendôme
766 mReviews
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