Porta Saragozza — Attraction in Bologna

Located in the southwest of the historic city centre and across the street from Bonaccorsi Arch and the start of the portico lined walk up to San Luca, you will find this impressive old city gate that dates back to the 13th-century.

It was originally part of an outer wall that surrounded Bologna during the Middle Ages. While most of the wall was brought down during urban development works in later centuries, Porta Saragozza as well as a handful of other old city gates were left standing as a reminder of the cities past. It is an attractive structure from both sides and houses the small Museum of the Blessed Virgin of San Luca within its walls.

From the outside, you will find an opening large enough for single-lane motor traffic to pass through. There are two side passageways for pedestrians, these are flanked by two circular towers added in the mid 19th-century.

Overall, a very nice historic city gate structure, worth spending a few minutes to enjoy if you intend to visit this part of Bologna or make the walk up to San...

Porta Saragozza is a historic gate in Bologna, Italy. It was built in the 14th century and is the most important gate of the city. The gate is located at the end of a long porticoed road, which is a very popular tourist destination. Visitors can take a relaxing walk along the porticoed road and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Porta Saragozza is a true masterpiece of medieval architecture that combines elegance, strength and simplicity. It is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks and a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in history and culture. Surrounding the gate, visitors can find various restaurants, bars and shops which provide a great opportunity to taste some of the local food and drinks.

"Porta Saragozza is a magnificent medieval gate that is the perfect place to soak up Bologna's history and culture. The long porticoed road is a great place to take a relaxing stroll and the surrounding area offers plenty of dining and shopping...

One of Bologna’s most distinctive gates, both for its imposing, turreted structure and for its symbolic role in the city’s religious traditions. Originally part of the 13th-century city walls, it became much more significant in the 17th century when it was chosen as the starting point for the Portico di San Luca; a nearly 4-kilometer covered walkway leading to the hilltop sanctuary. The gate itself was reimagined in the 1800's into the castle-like form you see today, complete with crenellated arches and towers. I find it a striking blend of medieval grit and romanticized architecture. Standing here feels like standing at the threshold between the everyday...