Tickets can only be purchased online from this website. They cannot be purchased in person at the archaeological site itself.
With weather warning of orange levelmajor risk (according to AEMET), the visit to the archaeological site may be altered, suspended or modified by unusual meteorological phenomena and with a certain degree of danger for the usual activities.
Observation of the solar eclipse in the Roman city of Ercávica
Experience the solar eclipse on 12 August from a unique location: the Roman city of Ercávica. An experience combining astronomy and history, featuring professional telescopes, expert commentary and approved glasses to ensure safe viewing. The activity will begin at 7.00 pm, will last approximately two and a half hours and will feature only 30 places, so book your ticket as soon as possible.
The Saturnales
The Saturnales were an ancient Roman festival celebrated in honour of the god Saturn and took place at the end of December, marking the winter solstice and the end of agricultural work. During this festival, a series of traditions and rituals took place, including feasting, games, gifts, and a temporary reversal of roles, where slaves were freed and could enjoy certain freedoms. This holiday was marked by a period of liberation and excess, allowing people to temporarily escape from social restrictions.
THE ROMAN VILLA OF NOHEDA
The villa Romana de Noheda, located just 18 km from Cuenca, is an archaeological treasure that invites you to travel back in time. This site, occupied between the 1st century BC and the 6th century AD, is located in a privileged setting, close to other historical sites such as Segóbriga, Ercávica and Valeria.
Located in the vicinity of the hamlet of Noheda, in the municipality of Villar de Domingo García, this villa is surrounded by a unique natural landscape, characteristic of La Alcarria in Cuenca.
Famous for being home to one of the most spectacular figurative mosaics of the Roman Empire, This villa was a residential and agricultural complex of great luxury and importance.
INTERPRETATION CENTRE
The Interpretation Centre, located in the municipality of Villar de Domingo García, is an obligatory complement to complete the visit to the villa Roman. Here you will be able to:
- Discover what Roman villas were like through information panels, audiovisuals and replicas of everyday objects.
- Enjoy reproductions of the scenes from the impressive mosaic of the «triclinium»by Noheda. These are presented in backlit vinyls, showcases and photographs of the archaeological campaigns.
- Admire a collection of mosaics made with different modern techniques.
In addition, the centre is fully accessible, has adapted toilets and a large esplanade for parking cars and buses.
THE SITE
PARS URBANA AND THE SALA TRICORA
In the residential area (pars urban) highlights the Tri-absorbed Room, This is a space of almost 300 m², which preserves an impressive figurative mosaic. This mosaic is made up of six scenes depicting classical myths, theatrical companies and marine scenes, surrounded by geometric and plant designs.
Large Balneum or Thermal Complex
The thermal area of the villa, The 900 m² site includes different rooms: entrance hall and changing room (apodyterium), cold water room (frigidarium), warm water stay (tepidarium) and hot water room (caldarium), it also has several bathtubs (alvei). During the tour of the thermal complex, visitors can enjoy a musealisation of the space which, by means of a reversible system, recreates the original volume of the building. This architectural representation, and the building that protects it, not only facilitates the understanding of its design, but also guarantees the protection of the archaeological remains, while at the same time it is very stimulating, as the visitor feels as if he or she were inside the thermal space.
The pars rustica and pars fructuaria
To the north of the residential area is the pars rustica, which were those structures where the workers of the rural complex lived. These buildings were not as voluminous or as well built as the house of the dominus, They have therefore come down to us in a precarious state of preservation. However, the presence of this type of construction, together with the pars fructuaria (farms dedicated to the storage and processing of agricultural products), confirm the importance of agricultural production in the economy of the region. villa.
Cruciform building
Archaeological excavations are currently being carried out in a large area of almost 900 m2, located immediately east of the triclinium, The walls are 1.20 m wide and at least 2.05 m high. For the moment, the function of this large space is unknown, but the imposing dimensions and the great strength of its walls point to a building of great importance. Furthermore, in this large room, once its original function was lost, a late necropolis was improvised.
ORGANISE YOUR
VISIT
The archaeological site of Ercávica can be visited by visit freely without the need to buy a ticket. The following times apply to the public service and guided tours.
Timetables
From 1 October to 20 December
Thursdays and Sundays from 10:00h to 14:00h
Guided tours:
11:00h
Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays from 10:00h to 14:00h and from 15:00h to 17:00h.
Guided tours:
11:00h and 15:00h
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
from 09:00h to 14:00h
Guided tours:
10:30h
Friday afternoon:
Free visit
Tariffs
La entrada al yacimiento es gratuita.
Para mejor comprensión del yacimiento se recomienda la visita guida, estas tienen las siguientes tarifas:
Adults.
Groups of more than 25 people with prior reservation, students between 9 and 25 years old, youth card holders, people over 65 years old, unemployed people, disabled people, and large families (with accreditation).
Friday afternoon visits are free of charge.
Advice and standards
To visit the site, we offer a series of tips and rules that will help you to enjoy your visit while respecting the archaeological remains.
COME AND DISCOVER THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF
Ercávica
Contact. Information and reservations:
Cañaveruelas, 16537. Cuenca. From the village of Cañaveruelas, 5 kms. to the north, follow the signposts.
info@ercavicaromana.org
Tel: 610 57 94 51
Telephone opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 2.00 pm
