MuséoParc Alésia

  Built on the plain of Alésia, this building with symbolic architecture was designed by famous architect Bernard Tschumi. Its circular form evokes the siege of Alésia, the netting that clads the building provides a nod to the wooden fortifications used by the Romans, whilst the oblique columns of its atrium recall the chaos of the battle itself.

Inside, an educational trail built around archaeological discoveries and hypotheses that have been confirmed by scientists places Alésia firmly within the context of the War of the Gauls (from 58 to 51 B.C).

Thanks to an audio guide in 7 languages (French, English, German, Dutch, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese) available in adult and junior versions you can explore the background of the conflict and how the battle that pitched Vercingétorix against César unfolded :

The conquests of the Roman army,
The revolt by the Chieftains of Gaul,
The clash of the two armies,
The siege of Alésia and Caesar’s victory.
The significance of archaeological findings and the myths of the Gauls complete this trail.


Maps, films, displays, scale models, multi-media features and entertainments aimed at a wide range of people all combine to enhance the experience.