Landmark
Wignacourt Aqueduct
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The Wignacourt Aqueduct is a remarkable 17th-century engineering feat built by Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt to supply fresh water from springs in Rabat and Dingli to the new capital Valletta. The aqueduct stretches about 20 kilometers, with many original arches still standing in various parts of the island, particularly in Attard, Balzan, and Birkirkara. Visitors can see the most prominent surviving sections, such as the arches near the Wignacourt Tower in St. Paul's Bay or along Triq il-Kbira in Attard. The aqueduct is a testament to Malta's hydraulic history and offers a scenic walk along its route. Some arches are incorporated into modern buildings, blending old and new.
Don't miss
- Walk along the best-preserved section of arches in Attard, near San Anton Gardens.
- Spot the aqueduct's water-channels and decorative coats of arms on surviving pillars.
- Visit the Wignacourt Tower in St. Paul's Bay where the aqueduct meets the coast.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Wignacourt Aqueduct
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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