Via Flacca Ruins in Sperlonga
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The remains of this medieval Roman road and lookout towers dot the rugged coastline of southern Lazio. Sperlonga, Italy.

šŸ“œ Remains of a medieval Roman road and lookout towers along the rugged coastline of southern Lazio.
šŸ” Built by censor Lucius Valerius Flaccus in the second century B.C.

Why Go

🌊 Explore ancient Roman engineering along rugged coastline
šŸžļø Spectacular views of Riviera di Ulisse marine reserve and Sperlonga
🚶 Access via abandoned trail network, including a natural cave
šŸ›¶ Kayak along the coast for better views of the road
šŸ° Visit a 16th-century lookout tower with beautiful vistas

Why Avoid

āš ļø Trail is very narrow and dangerous, especially in summer due to high temperatures
🚧 Some stretches might be impassable due to thick vegetation or landslides
šŸš— Fast-driving cars on the modern road

Tips

🚶 Best walked from Sant'Agostino to Sperlonga.
šŸ…æļø Parking near Torre di Capovento or between tunnels after Sant'Agostino.
šŸ›¶ Kayak rentals available May-October for coastal exploration.

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