Chaponost


Chaponost is a commune in the Rhône department in eastern France.
It is known for its Roman aqueducts.

Monuments

The Roman aqueduct of the Gier, estimated to be 75 km long, was built under Hadrian's reign during the second century CE to enable water supply of the Roman city of Lugdunum from Mont Pilat. Arches of the aqueducts are located on the territory of the commune, at the site of "Le Plat de l'Air".

Twin towns

Chaponost is twinned with: