Saepinum — Roman Town, Molise
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Saepinum — Roman Town, Molise

Molise

Saepinum near Sepino is the most complete surviving Roman provincial town in Italy — and almost completely unknown. The forum, theatre, amphitheatre and city walls are all standing, but living farmers use the Roman streets as paths and park tractors next to the monuments. Sheep still pass through the ancient gates during transhumance.

Duration
2 hours
Distance
5 km
Elevation
+50 m
Best season
Year-round

Highlights

  • Farmers living inside Roman ruins
  • Most complete Roman provincial town
  • Sheep transhumance through Roman gates

With your dog

Open archaeological site; dogs welcome.