Nasium

Nasium is an ancient settlement in northeastern Champagne located between two rivers, with remains from both Celtic and Roman periods spread across a broad area. Excavations have revealed houses, streets, religious buildings, and everyday objects that show how the settlement developed and was occupied over centuries.

The settlement began as a Celtic fortified town and later became the administrative center of a large Roman district. It prospered for centuries until the decline of Roman authority in the region.

The ruins show how Celtic and Roman communities lived side by side in this region, building homes, workshops, and markets that reflect both traditions. Visitors can see through the foundations and objects how daily life evolved during this period of contact and change.

The site is open to visit and walk through, with information panels along the paths explaining the ancient city's layout. Many discoveries are displayed in the museum in the nearby town of Bar-le-Duc, which helps visitors better understand what life was like in this place.

Archaeologists discovered two large treasure hoards containing hundreds of gold coins and jewelry, now kept in a French national library. These finds suggest that wealthy people buried their valuables during times of political upheaval and danger.