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Aqueduct of Segovia

1 Plaza Azoguejo, Segovia, Castilla y León

Description

The Aqueduct of Segovia was built around the first century AD to channel water from the surrounding mountains to the Roman town's public baths, fountains, and private houses. It runs 15km before reaching Segovia and its elevated section spans 813 m to the top of the Postigo where the Cathedral and Alcazar are located. It is built with granite ashlars seated without mortar between them and, at its highest, is 28m high with 2 tiers of arches (167 of them in total).

Access & Transport

The monument sits in the middle of town, 1.5km north of the train station. Most of the municipal bus lines stop at its foot on Plaza Artilleria. The town of Segovia is 85km northwest of Madrid to which it is linked by high-speed train in 30mins. The same train line links Segovia to Valladolid in 35mins.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest starting your visit of Segovia with the aqueduct and make your way up to the cathedral followed by the Alcazar.

Meta review

The icon of the city and a UNSCO WHS alumni so no wonder it gets quite busy around this monument. Online reviewers describe it as imposing, spectacular, a marvel of engineering, and very well-preserved - extra special when lit up at night. The only drawback is that the municipality takes this opportunity to milk parking fees in the vicinity.

Environmental & Social

No carbon footprint besides the lighting. Part of the town's architectural and historical heritages

Conclusion

The Aqueduct of Segovia is one of the best examples of Roman aqueducts on the Iberian Peninsula and, for many, it warrants a trip to the town by itself. More importantly, it makes Segovia a comprehensive tourist package with church + castle + Roman ruin.

Key positive

Admirably conserved monument

Easy to get to with no entrance fees involved

Key negative

None

Suitability

Ground views are accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 10m

est. visit time:0h 40m

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightOk

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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