Aqueduct of Segovia, Roman aqueduct in Segovia, Spain
The granite structure stretches over 800 meters with 166 arches, reaching a maximum height of 28.5 meters in the central section of Plaza Azoguejo.
Constructed during Emperor Trajan's reign in 99 AD, the aqueduct transported water from the Frio River to Segovia for nearly two thousand years until mid-20th century.
The aqueduct represents advanced Roman engineering, with granite blocks fitted without mortar, demonstrating the technical capabilities of ancient builders through its lasting construction.
Located in central Segovia, the monument offers free access to visitors throughout the year, with information plaques and guided tours explaining its architectural features.
The structure contains 24,000 precisely cut granite blocks assembled without mortar, maintaining stability through gravity and mathematical positioning for over nineteen centuries.
Location: Segovia
Inception: 2 century
Height: 28 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Operator: Ayuntamiento de Segovia
Part of: Old Town of Segovia and its Aqueduct
Address: Plaza del Azoguejo, s/n 40195 Segovia
GPS coordinates: 40.94800,-4.11770
Latest update: November 18, 2025 20:59
Stone arch bridges rank among the most durable structures in history. From Roman aqueducts in Spain to medieval river crossings in Central Europe, these constructions demonstrate the evolution of engineering over two millennia. The Pont du Gard in France once transported 20,000 cubic meters of water daily over 50 kilometers, while the Segovia Aqueduct in Spain was built without mortar. In Asia, stone bridges like the Marco Polo Bridge in China have connected trade routes for centuries. The Khaju Bridge in Isfahan functions simultaneously as a dam and public gathering space. These structures served multiple purposes: transport, water supply, and social meeting points. Many of these bridges and aqueducts remain in use today. They document various construction techniques, from Roman concrete vaults to Persian brick arch structures. The constructions have survived wars, earthquakes, and floods, remaining functional elements of modern infrastructure.
The ancient structures transported water across valleys and plains using gravity. Built by Roman and Ottoman engineers, these aqueducts stand up to 50 meters tall, crossing valleys on multiple levels of stone arches. The structures supplied cities with fresh water from distant springs and rivers.
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