Archaeologists will explore Roman roads in Perche, revealing new insights through modern technology and historical analysis.
Archaeologists to discuss Roman roads
Archaeologists Marie-Caroline Charbonnier and Gaël Léon from Inrap will present a conference in Saint-Mard-de-Réno focused on Roman roads in the Perche region of France.Roman roads as historical landmarks
Roman roads that crossed Gaul are regarded as key elements in the history and archaeology of France and its regions, reflecting the extensive network of infrastructure built during the Roman Empire.Interest in Roman roads over time
The study of these roads gained attention among archaeologists in the 19th century and saw a resurgence in the 1990s and 2000s, largely due to the development of preventive archaeology, which aims to study and preserve historical sites before they are disturbed by modern development.Advancements in Roman road research
In western Normandy and especially in the Perche region, the use of field archaeology, historical map analysis, aerial photographs, and LIDAR technology has significantly advanced the understanding of how ancient territories were organized and how people moved through them.
