The aqueduct originally spanned approximately 13 kilometers in total length.
The structure was designed to provide a constant water supply for the thermal baths that defined the city’s Roman identity.
The masonry incorporates the 'opus caementicium' technique, a durable Roman concrete construction style.
The visible arches are part of a series that once crossed the Bormida River valley to maintain a consistent gradient for water flow.
Historical studies indicate the water arrived in the city at a height sufficient to serve the public baths and fountains.
The Acquedotto Romano in Acqui Terme is a significant relic of Roman engineering dating back to the 1st century AD. It originally transported water from the Erro river valley to the ancient city of Aquae Statiellae. Today, 15 surviving arches remain standing in the Bormida riverbed, serving as a prominent landmark of the town's Roman heritage. The structure was built using local stone and brick masonry techniques typical of the period. While much of the original conduit is lost, the alignment of the surviving piers illustrates the path taken through the local landscape. It is situated on the outskirts of the modern urban center, accessible via a recreational path.
The riverbank path offers a wide-angle view that frames the arches against the backdrop of the surrounding valley.
View the site from both sides of the river to appreciate the span of the remaining arches.
Visit during the late afternoon to see the light play across the ancient brickwork.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the terrain near the riverbank is uneven.
Attempting to climb or touch the weathered stone structure to prevent further erosion.
