Ponte d'Augusto Archaeological Site
Ancient Roman bridge remains in Emilia-Romagna
The Ponte d'Augusto preserves remains of an Augustan‑era bridge; history visitors explore the stonework, local archaeological context and interpretive signs explaining Roman engineering in the area.
Ponte d'Augusto at a Glance#
Address: Ponte d’Augusto remains, near Rimini/Northern Adriatic coast, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
How to Get to Ponte d'Augusto#
The remains are reachable by regional roads from Rimini and other coastal towns in Emilia-Romagna. Nearest major access is by car; local buses and tours of Roman-era sites in the province may include stops close to the bridge remains.
Tips for Visiting Ponte d'Augusto#
- The bridge's remains are best visited with a local guide who can place the structure in the landscape of the old Roman road.
- Wear shoes suitable for uneven ancient stone; some sections can be slippery after rain.
- Combine the visit with Rimini's archaeological sites to understand the river crossings and trade routes of the Roman era.
Best Time to Visit Ponte d'Augusto#
Best visited in spring or autumn for comfortable weather and fewer coastal crowds.
Weather & Climate near Ponte d'Augusto#
Ponte d'Augusto's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (736 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 7° | 2° | 47 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Good | 4° - 13° | 7° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 12° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.3h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| June | Excellent | 16° - 26° | 21° | 58 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.3h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 23° | 51 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.0h |
| August | Excellent | 18° - 28° | 23° | 68 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 25° | 20° | 76 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 8° | 79 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 9° | 3° | 58 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |