Site archéologique Lattara is an archaeological site and museum in Lattes, a town close to Montpellier in the Occitanie region of southern France. It preserves the remains of Lattara, an ancient Gallo-Greek port city that was inhabited from the 6th century BC.
What you can see
The visit combines two things. Outdoors, you can walk among the remains of the site and see where excavations have uncovered the ancient settlement. Indoors, the museum displays artifacts recovered from the ground, which help explain the everyday life and commercial links of the people who lived here.
Why it is worth the trip
Lattara offers a picture of pre-Roman Mediterranean trade and culture in southern France. It is a useful stop if you are interested in how coastal communities connected with the wider Mediterranean world long before the Romans arrived in the area. The mix of excavated ground and museum displays suits visitors who like to understand a place as well as see it.
Planning your visit
- Location: Avenue des Flamants Roses, 34970 Lattes, France.
- Getting there: Lattes lies a short distance from Montpellier, so the city makes a natural base.
- Time needed: allow time for both the outdoor site and the museum, and check the current opening arrangements before you go.
If you are already in Montpellier and have an interest in archaeology or the ancient history of the Mediterranean coast, Lattara is a focused and rewarding half-day outing.