Commune of the Vosges (88350) with 370 inhabitants.
The commune of Grand is famous for its exceptional Roman past, when it bore the name of Andésina and stood out as a major religious center of Roman Gaul.
At the time, the city attracted pilgrims with its sanctuary dedicated to Gallo-Roman divinities and an impressive amphitheater that could accommodate up to 17,000 spectators, a testimony to the importance of Andésina in the Roman Empire.
The remains of this period, including a vast polychrome mosaic, make Grand a leading archaeological site in France.
Today, the commune promotes this Roman heritage, offering visitors an immersive journey into the grandeur of its ancient past.
