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Origin and history

The sections of Roman roads from Langres to Remps and from Troyes to Naix are part of an ancient road network linking Nasium (Naix) to Andemantunnum (Langres) on the Milan-Boulogne axis. These carriageways, built during the Gallo-Roman period, bear witness to the strategic importance of roads for the Roman Empire, facilitating military, commercial and cultural exchanges between regions.

Several sections of these tracks are still visible today and have been classified as historical monuments in several municipalities, including Lesmont. These sections, registered by decree of 5 August 1982, illustrate Roman engineering and their preservation allows us to study the techniques of construction and organization of the territory in the ancient period.

The Roman Ways played a central role in the structuring of the Roman Gaul, linking the cities with each other and ensuring the movement of people, goods and ideas. Their route, often straight, reflects rigorous planning, adapted to the logistic needs of the Empire. These roads were also vectors of romanization, contributing to the integration of local populations into the Roman system.

The sections preserved in Lesmont and in the surrounding communes (such as Brienne-la-Veille or Saint-Christophe-Dodinicourt) are concrete examples of this heritage. Their study is based on sources such as the Puisinger's Table or Antonin's Route, which document ancient road networks. These remains provide a valuable insight into daily life and travel in Roman Gaul.

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