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The Gallo-Roman deposit of Saint-Maurice-de-Ventalon is a major archaeological site located in the department of Lozère, in the Occitan region. This monument, dated from the Gallo-Roman period, bears witness to the ancient occupation in this mountainous area of the south of the Central Massif. It was officially recognized for its historical importance and listed in the 1980 inventory of historic monuments.

The site is located in the commune of Saint-Maurice-de-Ventalon, near Pont de Montvert - South Mount Lozère, a region marked by rich history and ancient human occupation. The remains discovered on site, although partially documented, suggest a Roman presence linked to agricultural, artisanal or commercial activities, typical of the rural settlements of that time. The listing of the deposit as a historical monument aims to protect and enhance this archaeological heritage.

The Lozère, part of the former Gevaudan province, was a land of passage and exchange during ancient times. Gallo-Roman deposits such as that of Saint-Maurice-de-Ventalon offer valuable insights into lifestyles, construction techniques and economic networks of the time. Their study makes it possible to better understand the integration of local populations into the Roman Empire, as well as the specific adaptations to the geographical constraints of the Cevennes.

Administratively, the site is referenced under the code Insee 48116 and depends on the municipality of Saint-Maurice-de-Ventalon. The protected elements, as mentioned in the archives of the Merimée base, cover several cadastral plots (C 119-122, 139; E 208, 209, 132-135). This legal protection covers excavations and possible enhancements of the site, although its accessibility to the public is not explicitly documented in available sources.

Available data from sources such as Wikipedia and Monumentum highlight the importance of this deposit in the local archaeological heritage. However, precise information on the artifacts discovered, excavations carried out or assumptions about the exact function of the site (village, workshop, place of worship) remains limited. This reflects a potential need for further research to refine knowledge of this historic monument.

In a regional context, this deposit is part of a wider set of Gallo-Roman sites scattered in Occitanie, illustrating the diversity of Roman settlements outside the major urban axes. Its comparative study with other local remains could shed light on the dynamics of occupation and the interactions between Gallo-Roman communities and their mountain environment.

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