Submerged Harbour of Dock
Roman (300 BCE–500 CE)·Roman·🇫🇷 Occitanie, France
About
About Submerged Harbour of Dock
Submerged Harbour of Dock in Occitanie, France is a Roman (300 BCE–500 CE) submerged city attributed to Roman culture. Systematically investigated through magnetometry and coring, it presents a central mound with hydraulic works. Construction employs dry-stone masonry and demonstrates distinct phasing. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Roman submerged-city with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Long-distance exchange networks
- 02Astronomical alignment and orientation
Theories
- 01Trading entrepôt and regional hub
- 02Elite residence and administrative centre
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 239 CE
- Period
- Roman (300 BCE–500 CE)
- Culture
- Roman
- Purpose
- Ceremonial and settlement
- Excavation
- Excavation ongoing
c. 239 CE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 416 CE
Major enlargement and wall circuit added
c. 477 CE
Peak occupation and regional prominence
1981
Scientific excavation and conservation
On the ground
Structures & features
42.6312° N · 0.3720° E · 24 m · 3 mapped features
Altar
chamberOutlier feature with petroglyphs
42.6320° N · 0.3717° ETemple Platform
granaryOutlier feature with standing stones
42.6301° N · 0.3696° EGranary Cluster
necropolisBurial zone — shaft tombs
42.6298° N · 0.3734° E