Roman Museum in Avenches

The Roman Museum of Avenches occupies a medieval tower built above the amphitheater entrance and displays artistic works from ancient times. The exhibition presents sculptures, mosaics, and stone inscriptions that document the artistic wealth of the Roman city.

Aventicum was an important Roman city in the second half of the 1st century and later became the capital of the Helvetian province. The artifacts now displayed in the museum come from this period when the city was a cultural and economic center.

The permanent collection shows everyday items and artistic works that reflect life in Aventicum. Visitors can see how these objects were used in daily life and what role they played in the community.

The museum is located at the amphitheater entrance and is easily reached from any point in the old town. Access involves climbing steep stairs inside the tower, so mobility can be challenging for some visitors.

Many of the artifacts on display were found by local residents who reused stone and materials from the amphitheater for their own buildings. These discoveries show how the ancient city became part of everyday life for people in later centuries.

Location: Avenches

Part of: Roman Amphitheatre and Museum in Avenches

Website: http://aventicum.org

GPS coordinates: 46.88114,7.04322

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:22