Oppidum du Castellan, Istres

Name: Oppidum du Castellan
Address: Istres, France

#2 among attractions in Istres

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The Castellan oppidum is an oppidum located in the commune of Istres, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France.

The oppidum is perched on a rocky promontory that towers over the pond of the Olivier, on its southern shore, at a height of 40.7 meters. It was occupied from the 6th century to the 1st century. The plateau is about 300 meters long and 130 meters wide.

Coordinates: 43°31'6"N, 4°59'26"E

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Istres France

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Oppidum du Castellan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pont Flavien, Église Notre-Dame de Beauvoir, Saint-Léger Church, Miramas.

3.1 miNE
Bridge
Pont Flavien, Saint-Chamas
79 min walk • The Pont Flavien is a Roman bridge across the River Touloubre in Saint-Chamas, Bouches-du-Rhône department, southern France. The single-arch crossing, which was built from limestone, was on a Roman road - the Via Julia Augusta - between Placentia, Italy and Arles.
~1700 ftS
Church
Église Notre-Dame de Beauvoir, Istres
9 min walk • The church of Notre-Dame-de-Beauvoir is a Romanesque church located in Istres in the French department of Bouches-du-Rhône.
3.1 miNE
Church
Saint-Léger Church, Saint-Chamas
79 min walk • The Saint-Léger church of Saint-Chamas was built from 1660 to 1669 by the Aix architect Pierre Pavillon. The remarkable facade is in the Provencal baroque style. The bell tower on stilts dates from 1730.
4.3 miN
Locality
Miramas
111 min walk • One of the most striking features of Miramas is its beautiful architecture, with charming old buildings and winding cobblestone streets that are perfect for leisurely strolls. Visitors can explore the historic town center, where they can admire the beautiful medieval...
4.6 miS
Locality
Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts
119 min walk • For nature enthusiasts, Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The lagoon is a haven for birdlife, making it an ideal spot for birdwatchers to observe a variety of species in their natural habitat.
1.1 miSW
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Stade Parsemain, Istres
29 min walk • Stade Parsemain is a Multi-purpose stadium in Fos-sur-Mer, France. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of FC Istres. The stadium is able to hold 12,500 people and was built in 2005.
5.2 miNE
Locality
Cornillon-Confoux
133 min walk • The historic center of Cornillon-Confoux is a delightful maze of narrow cobblestone streets, ancient stone houses, and charming squares. Visitors can wander through the village, admiring the traditional Provencal architecture and soaking up the peaceful ambiance.