Autun

City Autun, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, France
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What to expect

Autun is a town in central-eastern France, known for its rich history and heritage. It was founded by Emperor Augustus as Augustodunum and was an important Roman city. The town still retains much of its Roman architecture, including walls, gates, and a Roman theater. Autun is also famous for its schools of rhetoric and was a major center of learning in the Roman era. The town has a population of around 15,000 and is home to several international companies. Visitors can explore the town's historic center, visit the Roman theater, and see the Romanesque sculpture at the church of Saint-Lazare. The town also has a rich cultural heritage, with several museums and historical landmarks to explore

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20 favorites in Saône-et-Loire

20 favorites in Saône-et-Loire
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Autun, a city we love. We saw Gallo-Roman vestiges and the historic center

Highlights: The city has so much to offer, a beautiful historical center, Gallo-Roman vestiges. We discovered a superb address for lunch: Zuppa Zuppa, Italian and organic dishes ✨

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Saône-et-Loire with the family

Saône-et-Loire with the family
This family's experience:

Activities: We started our trip in Autun. We visited the city center and its historical buildings. "It's really nice to start here because Autun itself represents a beautiful overview of Saône-et-Loire."

Highlights: We enjoyed the charming city center. We liked the architecture, the vintage storefronts and half-timbered houses. We also enjoyed the Gallo-Roman vestiges. "Don't miss the Saint-Lazare cathedral and its sculptures, the Porte d'Arroux, the Porte Saint-André, the temple of Janus, the Roman amphitheater." ✨