Porta San Donato, Medieval city gate in Bologna, Italy.
The gate features a machicolated tower and brick construction, standing as part of the third circle of fortification walls that protected Bologna.
Built around 1250, Porta San Donato received a drawbridge in 1354 and underwent temporary closure in 1428 before reopening in subsequent decades.
The gate marks the entrance to Bologna's university district, representing centuries of academic traditions and the flow of knowledge through the city.
The structure stands at coordinates 44.4984° N and 11.356391° E, making it accessible for visitors exploring the medieval walls circuit.
The gate retains its original 15th-century forepart, known as rivellino, which served as a defensive structure for the main entrance.
Location: Bologna
Inception: 13 century
Part of: walls of Bologna
Address: Piazza di Porta S. Donato, 40126 Bologna BO 40126
GPS coordinates: 44.49840,11.35639
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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