Porta Settimiana

The stone gate features two solid towers and stands at the beginning of Via della Lungara, marking the entrance to the Trastevere district.

Built during the 3rd century as part of the Aurelian Walls, the gate underwent major renovations in 1451 under Pope Nicholas V to facilitate pilgrim access.

The gate connects to Via di Santa Dorotea, where Raphael's lover Margherita Luti, immortalized in his painting La Fornarina, lived during the Renaissance period.

The structure remains open to pedestrians and serves as a reference point for walking tours exploring the Trastevere neighborhood and Jewish Quarter.

This gate stands as the only entrance of the original Aurelian Walls that maintains its exact initial position on the right bank of the Tiber River.

Location: Rome

Website: http://sovraintendenzaroma.it

GPS coordinates: 41.89224,12.46761

Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40