Arc de Berà

The Arc de Berà is a Roman triumphal arch near Roda de Berà featuring Corinthian columns, a central archway, and decorative elements carved into limestone. The structure stands directly beside the N-340 road, allowing visitors to examine the Roman inscriptions and architectural details.

The arch was built in 13 BCE under Emperor Augustus and marked an important boundary point along the Via Augusta between Tarraco and Barcino. It documents a period when Rome was consolidating control over Hispania and expanding infrastructure.

The monument belongs to the archaeological ensemble of Tárraco and shows how Romans displayed their power and infrastructure in this region. The inscriptions and placement at the roadside reveal its role as a marker of an important location for travelers passing through.

The monument sits directly beside an active road, so visitors should be careful when crossing to view it. It is best visited during daylight hours when traffic conditions are safer and the carved details and inscriptions are more visible.

The original inscription bears the name Lucius Licinius Sura, a wealthy Roman official who commissioned the monument. This personal connection reveals how individual high-ranking citizens shaped the landscape of their time.

Location: Roda de Berà

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Part of: Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco, Via Augusta

Address: Carretera N-340 km 1183

GPS coordinates: 41.17330,1.46911

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25