Saepinum — Sepino Archaeological Park
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Saepinum — Sepino Archaeological Park

Molise

Saepinum near Sepino is arguably the best-preserved Roman municipium in Italy — a complete Roman town with forum, basilica, amphitheatre, temples and intact defensive walls, all in open Molise countryside with no roof covering and almost no visitors. Founded in the 3rd century BC, it was abandoned in the early medieval period. Sheep still graze inside the walls.

Duration
2 hours
Distance
4 km
Elevation
+30 m
Best season
Year-round

Highlights

  • Best-preserved complete Roman town in Italy — virtually unknown
  • Sheep graze inside the intact Roman walls
  • Forum, basilica, amphitheatre, temples all accessible

With your dog

Open archaeological site; dogs on leash.