Grand: Holiday apartments and holiday homes
In antiquity, Grand was an important sanctuary. The Gallo-Roman site of Grand invites visitors to explore the streets of Grand in the footsteps of the Gallo-Romans.
Culture and history
The mosaic of Grand features geometric decoration and depicts two predators: a bear and a wild boar.
The mosaic and the basilica in which it is located were classified as historic monuments by decree of 19 January 1884.
During excavations in a village well in Grand, 188 ivory fragments were recovered in 1967 and 1968 at a depth of almost eight metres. They proved to be two richly decorated diptychs.
Excavations in the archaeological garden of the amphitheatre's baths uncovered a gallery six metres wide and more than 40 metres long.
Landscape
Grand is situated on a limestone plateau covered with forests. Monteclair Hill lies in the wider regional surroundings of Grand.
Visiting
The amphitheatre of Grand can be visited independently at any time via signposted paths. The Basilique du Bois-Chenu church is located in the surroundings of Grand.
The historic sites Maison natale de Jeanne d'Arc, Abbaye d'Evaux Saint-Joire, Meuse and Abbaye de la Crête are located in the wider regional surroundings of Grand.
Exploring
The tour of the Gallo-Roman site of Grand is enhanced for children with mini-games and unusual information, presenting history and cultural heritage in a playful way.
When travelling to Grand, you may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
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