Graoully

Graoully
The Graoully of Metz, Horace Castelli, oil on canvas, 1872
GroupingLegendary creature
Sub groupingDragon
FolkloreA dragon, living in the arena of the amphitheater of Metz; vanquished by Clement of Metz, the first bishop of the city.
Other name(s)Graouli, Graouilly, Graouilli, Graully
CountryFrance
DetailsFound in the arena of the Roman Amphitheatre

In French folklore, the Graoully (spelled as Graouli, Graouilly, Graouille or Graully) is a creature with the appearance of a dragon. According to legend, it lived in the arena of the Roman amphitheater in Metz, France. Legends state that Saint Clement of Metz fought against Graoully and vanquished the beast.