Join this journey through Sagunto, where Iberians, Romans, Visigoths, Arabs, Jews, and Christians left their mark. Discover the city where the Second Punic War began, with living history in every corner!
Things to do Free Tour of Sagunto: Living History
Sagunto is a city of Edetan origin (ARSE from the V century BC) of alternation and coexistence of Iberians, Romans, Visigoths and Arabs living together with Jews and Christians. During Roman times, it took the name of Saguntum, and during the Arab occupation, it was known as Morvedre or Murviedro. Since the 19th century, the name Sagunto (Sagunt in Valencian) has been used until the present day.
The place of beginning in 218 BC of the Second Punic War between the Carthaginians under the command of Hannibal and the Iberian population allied with Rome. It's a beautiful theater and it's a spectacular and important castle, do not leave any visitor indifferent with magnificent views in the tower of Hercules.
Scenario of military sites, battles and conflicts even before the year 0, in the Reconquest, Napoleonic Invasion and Spanish Civil War, is a comfortable city where, in just 2 2-hour walk, you can learn about its history and legends in complete safety after this. Come back to this beautiful and well-communicated city at any time of the year, since its beaches and typical dishes are catalogued as the best in Europe.
Meeting point
32 Avinguda Sant de la Pedra
