Galliera Castle

Galliera Castle is a medieval fortress in Bologna with ruins that remain near Porta Galliera city gate. The surviving walls and structures display the defensive design typical of its period.

The fortress emerged in medieval times as a defense structure for Bologna and served as part of the city's protective system. It experienced repeated cycles of destruction and rebuilding driven by disputes between local leaders and church authorities.

The castle was linked to the city gate Porta Galliera and shaped how Bologna's northern entrance looked and felt. It embodied the tension between local authority and church power that defined medieval urban life here.

The ruins are accessible near Porta Galliera and Parco della Montagnola, a public park that incorporates historical elements into its landscape. Walking through the area helps you understand how the old fortification fits within the modern city layout.

The castle site now contains a public park that blends archaeological remains with green spaces. Visitors can see historical structures directly set within modern landscaping and trees.

Location: Bologna

Inception: 16 century

Address: piazza XX Settembre ‒ Bologna (BO)

GPS coordinates: 44.50388,11.34557

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:20