Extended Sunken Road Walking Tour

Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park

Special Event
  • Dec 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM
  • Free

On December 13, 1862 Union soldiers assaulted Confederate defenses surrounding the town of Fredericksburg. Why did the Battle of Fredericksburg happen? How do we remember this battle today? This tour will walk along the battlefield in the Sunken Road area, up Marye's Heights, and into the Fredericksburg National Cemetery. This walking tour will cover about 0.5 mile over terrain that includes a gravel road and a hill.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Meet at the battle painting outside the Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center.

Latitude and Longitude 38.294092, -77.467229

Schedule

Date:

Dec 12, 2026

Time:

10:30 AM

Duration:

1 hour

60 minutes

Event Type

  • Guided Tour