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Amphitheater of the Three Gauls

Sight4 · 1 4093.6 · 62≈ 22 minFree entry

The ruins of a Roman amphitheatre on the slopes of the Croix-Rousse, built in the 1st century under Augustus for delegates of the Gallic provinces — hence the name 'of the Three Gauls'. Here in 177 AD the first Christian martyrs of Lyon were executed, commemorated by a memorial nearby. Only fragments of the great arena survive, and the spot is usually quiet.

Highlights

  • Amphitheatre of the Augustan era, 1st century
  • Site of the 177 AD Lyon martyrs' execution
  • Park on the slopes of Croix-Rousse

Opening hours

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