Poitiers amphitheatre
Poitiers amphitheatre, Roman amphitheatre ruins in Poitiers, France
The elliptical structure measures 155 meters on its main axis and 130 meters on its secondary axis, with stone walls built using small regular blocks.
The amphitheatre, constructed during the first century AD, served as an entertainment venue for the Roman settlement of Limonum Pictonum until late antiquity.
The venue provided space for 30,000 spectators to gather and watch gladiatorial contests, following the social hierarchy system of ancient Roman society.
The remaining vaults of the first and second arcade levels are visible along Rue Bourcani, while most of the structure lies beneath residential buildings.
The amphitheatre ranks among the largest discovered in ancient Gaul, with multiple radiating galleries providing access to different seating sections.
Location: Poitiers
GPS coordinates: 46.57860,0.33946
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
Medieval streets, Roman theaters, Gothic churches, and Renaissance palaces form the architectural heritage of Poitiers. The city center contains the Notre-Dame la Grande church, Saint-Pierre Cathedral, and multiple historic buildings. Gardens, bridges, and staircases add to the visual interest. The surrounding region features castles, villages, and archaeological sites.
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Church Saint-Hilaire le Grand
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Poitiers City Hall
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Église Saint-Porchaire de Poitiers
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Hôtel Jean Beaucé
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Chapelle Saint-Louis de Poitiers
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Musée Rupert-de-Chièvres
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Rue Charles Gide
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Maison, 25 rue du Marché-Notre-Dame
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Hôtel de la Bidolière
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Maison, 23, 25 rue de l'Ancienne-Comédie
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Maison, 10 rue d'Argent
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Maison, 54 rue Arsène-Orillard
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Immeuble, 42 rue Rabelais
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Abbatiale Saint-Hilaire-de-la-Celle dite chapelle des Augustins de Poitiers
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Immeuble, 61 rue Carnot
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Hôtel Vetault
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Doyenné Saint-Hilaire de Poitiers
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Château d'eau de Blossac
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Immeuble, 36 rue Arsène-Orillard
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Logis de la Grande-Barre
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