Construction period Âge du fer 2 - Antiquité (≈ 212)
Origin of rampart and site
2 mars 1977
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 2 mars 1977 (≈ 1977)
Protection of the rampart and the land
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Ancient replacement and remaining part of the archaeological ground extending from the inner base of the said bulwark to the fence limiting this land to the West (Box ZN 5): inscription by decree of 2 March 1977
Origin and history
Camp de César d'Ussel is a monument located in the commune of Ussel, in Corrèze, in the region of New Aquitaine. This archaeological site dates back to the Iron Age 2 and Antiquity, as evidenced by the remains still visible today. It is particularly remarkable for its ancient rampart, which is one of the main protected elements of the site.
The Camp of Caesar was inscribed as a Historical Monument by order of 2 March 1977. This protection specifically concerns the ancient bulwark and the remaining part of the adjacent archaeological site. Although the information available on its exact use or detailed history is limited, this site bears witness to the human occupation and fortifications of this period in Limousin.
The location of the site is approximate, with an accuracy considered fair (note 5/10). It is close to the place called Le Charlat, in the commune of Ussel. The data available are mainly from the Merimée database and Monumentum, without additional details on specific excavations or archaeological discoveries.
At the Iron Age and in ancient times, fortified sites such as the Camp de César played a key role in defending territories and organizing local communities. These works often served as refuges or political and economic centres for the surrounding populations. In Limousin, a region marked by reliefs and forests, these fortifications allowed traffic routes and resources to be controlled.
No information is available regarding the opening of the site to the public, its current tourism vocation or related services such as guided tours. Neither do the sources mention historical characters or specific events related to this monument.
