Sagunto Castle
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Sagunto Castle - by Management
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Description
Sagunto Castle occupies a hilltop overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the town of Sagunto, in the north of the Valencia Province. The site was settled by the Iberians and its sacking by Hannibal in 219BC led to the outbreak of the Second Punic War (between Rome and Carthage - in modern day Tunisia). The fortress is surrounded by defensive walls and divided into seven main sections or plazas.
Access & Transport
The castle is a 10-15 mins walk from the centre of town and 20mins from the train station from where it is a 45mins train ride from/to Valencia. By car, Sagunto is 30km north of Valencia on the V-21/V-23.
Instructions & Recommendations
Lower down the hill is a renovated Roman Theatre - access is also free.
Environmental & Social
Environmentally neutral. Helps preserve the region's architectural and historical heritage
Conclusion
On paper, this could be a standout attraction given its historical significance and large footprint - but ruins they are. A significant investment would be welcome to help create some atmosphere and have more historical info provided onsite.
Key positive
Interesting history
Great views
Key negative
Nothing to see inside
Suitability
Only partially accessible to visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
Updated in August 2023
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:1h
Start of Season 1:Apr, 01
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:00 - 20:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 20:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 20:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 20:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 20:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 14:00
Start of Season 2:Oct, 01
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:00 - 18:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 18:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 18:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 18:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 18:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 14:00