Archaeologists uncover 1,700 years of history beneath Notre Dame in landmark dig

A major archaeological project is underway beneath Notre Dame cathedral. Researchers describe the work as a “dig of the century.” Excavations have revealed layers dating back 1,700 years. The findings illuminate the site’s evolution before the cathedral’s construction. Artifacts and structural remnants are being carefully documented. The project offers new insight into medieval and earlier Parisian life. Scholars anticipate further discoveries as the dig continues. The work underscores the cathedral’s deep historical significance.