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Arch of Trajan, Benevento

Benevento, Italy

History

A marble triumphal arch from AD 114, one of the best-preserved in Italy, carved with scenes from the emperor’s reign. It marks where the Via Traiana left the Appian Way; the old town nearby also has a Roman theatre.

Nearest town
Benevento, Italy
Category
History & culture
GPS
41.1323, 14.7810

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Italy: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autostrade; pay at the barrier by card or cash. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Area sosta Sannio camper clubMotorhome stopover
    1 km from Arch of Trajan, Benevento
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
  • Casa VacanzeCampsite
    15 km from Arch of Trajan, Benevento
    TentsCaravans
  • Agricampeggio T3rraCampsite
    17 km from Arch of Trajan, Benevento
  • Motorhome stopover · Sant’Agata de’ GotiMotorhome stopover
    23 km from Arch of Trajan, Benevento
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterFree

All campsites in Italy · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Arch of Trajan, Benevento?

Arch of Trajan, Benevento is in Benevento, Italy, at GPS 41.1323, 14.7810. It is about 21 km from Taurasi.

Can you camp near Arch of Trajan, Benevento?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Area sosta Sannio camper club, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 4 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Arch of Trajan, Benevento?

Arch of Trajan, Benevento is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Naples’ volcanoes, Herculaneum and the Royal Palace of Caserta.

What is there to see near Arch of Trajan, Benevento?

Places worth a stop nearby: Casertavecchia (35 km), Royal Palace of Caserta (39 km), Mount Vesuvius crater path (46 km) and Scavi di Pompei (49 km).

When is the best time to visit Arch of Trajan, Benevento?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)