Gaul’s Gladiator Arenas: Rome’s Reach Beyond the Alps

Southern Gaul became one of the Roman Empire’s most Romanized regions—especially when it came to entertainment. Explore the great amphitheaters of Nîmes, Arles, and Fréjus, and discover how local traditions merged with Roman architecture and spectacle.
From imperial patronage to local identity, these arenas tell the story of Rome’s enduring legacy in France.