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Roman walls of Lugo

3 Praza Pío XII, Lugo, Galicia

Description

The Roman walls of Lugo were built in the 3rd century AD and stretch over 2,100m to fully enclose the historical centre of town. The fortifications included a moat, an intervallum (clearing between the walls and the city), walls of about 7m width with height of 8-12m, 10 gates and 85 towers (about 50 are still intact).

Access & Transport

There are several access points to the walls by way of staircases. The Interpretation centre is at 11 Praza do Campo There is a lift access at c/ Carril de Romanos from 10h – 18h Lugo is 90km southeast of A Coruña (A-6) and 100km east of Santiago de Compostela (N-547/A-54)

Instructions & Recommendations

The Interpretation centre (free admission) is open every day from 10h-14 and 16h-18h (until 20h from 01 June to mid-Oct.)

Meta review

The walls are on the UNESCO WHS and deservedly so for most visitors who note that admission is free, that they are in superb condition and well maintained, with easy access from numerous points, and offering good views over the old town which makes for a near flawless experience.

Environmental & Social

Environmentally neutral attraction. Preserves the town's historical and architectural heritages

Conclusion

One of the best-preserved fortifications in Spain and definitely worth a detour if you happen to be around Santiago DC or A Coruña with a day to spare, which you can then fill up with a visit of the cathedral and the provincial museum.

Key positive

Visually impressive and well preserved

Free admission

Key negative

None

Suitability

Accessible

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:1h

est. visit time:1h

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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