Porta Galliera

Porta Galliera is a historic city gate in Bologna combining decorative Baroque interior facade with a solid military exterior. The structure features both artistic internal design elements and fortified outer walls built for defense.

The gate was rebuilt between 1661 and 1663 following a design by Bartolomeo Provaglia due to structural issues with the original foundation. This Baroque-era reconstruction gave the structure its current appearance.

The gate displays a memorial plaque honoring Bolognese citizens who died during the uprising of August 8, 1848. This inscription serves as a visible reminder of that pivotal moment in the city's past.

The gate sits approximately 300 meters from Bologna Central railway station and is easily accessible on foot from the train terminus. Visitors can explore the surrounding area by walking through the nearby streets after reaching the gate.

The gate suffered significant damage during an Allied air raid in 1944 because of its location near the railway station. After the war, it underwent substantial restoration to achieve its current condition.

Location: Bologna

Inception: 17 century

Part of: walls of Bologna

GPS coordinates: 44.50417,11.34472

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:57