Larina oppidum, Archaeological site in Hières-sur-Amby, France.
Located on a limestone spur overlooking the upper Rhone River, Larina oppidum spreads across 21 hectares protected by a 950-meter-long rampart.
From the Bronze Age to Early Middle Ages, the site evolved from a simple settlement to an Allobrogian oppidum, later featuring a Roman sanctuary dedicated to Mercury.
Archaeological excavations between 1977 and 1995 revealed numerous artifacts, including weapons, metalwork, and burial deposits placed within cliff chimneys.
The archaeological park remains accessible throughout the year, situated at Centre Village in Hières-sur-Amby with coordinates 45.7931268, 5.3004165.
The site contains a 1,500-square-meter Germanic-style residence from the 6th century, which transformed into a Merovingian fortress center.
Location: Hières-sur-Amby
Address: lieu-dit "Le Dozier" 38118
GPS coordinates: 45.79313,5.30042
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:47
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