Béziers amphitheatre, Roman amphitheatre in Saint-Jacques district, Béziers, France
The amphitheatre measures 110 meters in length and 90 meters in width, featuring remaining vomitories, steps, and ambulatory sections within its stone structure.
Built during the first century AD, the amphitheatre served as a quarry in the Middle Ages, providing materials for the construction of Saint-Jacques church.
The amphitheatre accommodated 15,000 spectators during Roman times for gladiatorial contests and public performances in the ancient colony of Julia Baeterrae Septimanorum.
Located at 17 Impasse des Anciennes Arènes in Béziers, the archaeological site remains accessible every day from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Ground markings in the surrounding streets indicate the original footprint of the amphitheatre, revealing its integration into the modern urban layout.
Location: Béziers
GPS coordinates: 43.33958,3.21403
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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