Argentoratum
Archaeological Site Roman-era settlement that became modern Strasbourg
Argentoratum names Roman Strasbourg; visitors combine the cathedral and La Petite France with museums that trace the city’s Gallo‑Roman and medieval past.
Argentoratum is the Roman-era name for the military camp and settlement that stood where modern Strasbourg now lies in the Grand Est region of France. It refers to the Roman presence and urban origins on the Rhine frontier.
Archaeological traces and historical records document Argentoratum as a garrison site and local administrative centre during Roman times, and Roman-period finds have been recovered in and beneath the later medieval and modern city. The name survives in historical literature and studies of the region’s Roman past.
The Roman camp and its associated settlement were positioned on the Rhine frontier and formed a focal point for later urban development that became Strasbourg.
The site of Argentoratum is in the city of Strasbourg on the west bank of the Rhine, close to the modern border with Germany.
- Roman name: The Latin name Argentoratum is the recorded Roman-era name for the military camp and settlement that developed on the site of present-day Strasbourg.
How to Get to Argentoratum #
Argentoratum is in Strasbourg which is accessible by TGV from Paris (about 2 hours) and by the autobahn. The site and associated remains are in the city centre and reachable on foot from Strasbourg-Ville station.
Tips for Visiting Argentoratum #
- Wander Strasbourg's older streets to feel how Argentoratum's Roman grid influenced later urban plans.
- Visit the archaeological remains in situ and then the Strasbourg museums for comparative artifacts and context.
- Take time to read inscriptions and city maps that show the Roman layout - the modern city overlays ancient lines in fascinating ways.
Best Time to Visit Argentoratum #
Best in spring or autumn to explore both the archaeological sites and the living city comfortably.
Weather & Climate near Argentoratum #
Argentoratum's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (753 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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