Augustobona

Augustobona is a Roman archaeological site buried beneath the modern city of Troyes, containing foundations of ancient structures and urban layouts from antiquity. The excavations reveal the spatial arrangement of former streets and buildings, showing how the settlement was once organized.

The settlement began in the late 1st century BCE as a Celtic site and was later developed into a Roman city by its new rulers. Over time, it transformed and adapted to Roman civilization, changing its character as it grew.

The site preserves traces of Roman daily life, including remains of public baths and a water distribution system that served the settlement. These structures reveal how residents organized their community and lived together.

The site lies beneath the present-day center of Troyes, with some excavated sections visible and marked throughout the city. You can best explore it on foot by visiting the scattered archaeological areas and interpretive displays within the town.

The Romans built this city on marshy ground and created elaborate drainage systems to make the land suitable for construction. This engineering work shows how determined the settlers were to transform the natural environment for urban development.