Cularo

Cularo is a Roman settlement in Grenoble whose remains consist of limestone fortification walls featuring thirty-nine watchtowers. This defensive structure stretched around 1,150 meters and enclosed the entire ancient settlement.

In the third century, Roman emperors Diocletian and Maximian ordered the construction of defensive walls to protect the settlement from barbarian invasions. This fortification became a key part of the empire's strategy against threats from outside its borders.

The gates display inscriptions that underscore this settlement's role as a Roman administrative center. They show how important Cularo was to the empire during its time.

The Archaeological Museum of Grenoble displays the main artifacts and documentation from excavations at the site. It is the primary location where visitors can view findings and learn about the archaeological work done here.

The fortification walls were built using materials from earlier structures, including funerary monuments and salvaged stone from previous periods. These walls reached thicknesses of four to five meters and show how Romans recycled older materials for new construction.

Location: Grenoble

GPS coordinates: 45.19084,5.72942

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45