Triumphal Arch of Orange

The Triumphal Arch of Orange is a Roman monument featuring three passages, with the central opening noticeably wider than the side entrances. The entire structure rises from carved limestone and displays detailed relief carvings across all its surfaces.

The structure was built between 10 and 25 AD under Emperor Augustus and was later reshaped under Emperor Tiberius. These alterations honored victories in Germanic territories and repurposed the monument for new commemorative goals.

The limestone surfaces display carved scenes of Roman soldiers, naval vessels, and combat against Germanic and Gallic peoples. These reliefs tell the story of military victories that were important to those who built it.

The monument sits at a roundabout near the town entrance and is freely accessible to visitors at any time. Local tourism services offer guided tours for those wanting more detailed information about its history and design.

This monument stands as one of the earliest examples of triumphal arch design and later influenced major Roman structures like the Arch of Constantine. This architectural precedent demonstrated an effective way to shape such commemorative buildings.

Location: Orange

Inception: 1 century BCE

Architectural style: ancient Roman architecture

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Mairie d'Orange

Part of: Roman Theatre and its Surroundings and the "Triumphal Arch" of Orange

Address: avenue Maréchal-de-Lattre-de-Tassigny

GPS coordinates: 44.14217,4.80481

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02