Vertillum, Archaeological site in Vertault, France.

Vertillum is an archaeological site on a limestone plateau with visible remains of defensive walls, public baths, and various structures from the Gallo-Roman period. Excavations have exposed a large area showing how the settlement was organized and how it developed over time.

The settlement began as a Celtic hill fort and transformed into a Gallo-Roman town over several centuries. This change reflected the mixing of local and Roman influences in the region.

Metalworking was the economic backbone of this community, and the evidence of this craft remains visible through artifacts displayed nearby. The practice shaped how people organized their daily work and commerce in the settlement.

The site is accessible and allows visitors to walk around and observe the exposed remains at their own pace. Guided tours are available for those who want deeper insight into what the excavations revealed.

A necropolis of animals was found at the extra-muros fanum: 200 dogs, 42 horses, 8 sheep, 2 oxen, along with 8 human burials. The site also yielded bronze handles shaped as two facing dolphins, now kept at the Musée du Pays Châtillonnais.