Rhône culture
| Geographical range | Eastern France, western Switzerland |
|---|---|
| Period | Early Bronze Age |
| Dates | c. 2200 BC-1500 BC |
| Preceded by | Bell Beaker culture |
| Followed by | Tumulus culture |
The Rhône culture was an archaeological culture of the Early Bronze Age (c. 2200-1500 BC) located in eastern France and western Switzerland, centred along the Rhône river. The culture developed from the local Bell Beaker culture, possibly with further migrations from central Europe. According to Sergent (1995) the Rhône culture represents a southern variant of the Unetice culture. Rhône culture metalwork and pottery are particularly similar to those of the Straubing group in Bavaria.