Regensburg, Germany
Unter den Schwibbögen 2
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+49 9415074410
Good for kids
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
It is over recontruction still... But you can see some stones... It is over 2000 years old... It is fantastic that it is still here... Old Roman architecture
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One of the many interesting historical attractions to see in Regensburg is Porta Praetoria just to the north of St. Peter's Cathedral. This is the fragment remains of a gateway of the Roman legionary camp called Castra Regina, which was built here in 179 A.D. The camp and this gateway faced the Danube River and the Roman enemy territories of Germania. Given its position facing the river, it was known as Porta Aquarum (Water Gate) until at leat 932 according to records at that time. In later centuries, much of the walls of the old Roman camp were demolished or incorporated into building structures, including what you find with Porta Praetoria. Today the old Roman city gate is exposed and visible for those who walk along Unter den Schwibbögen. Note: There is a helpful information panel next to Porta Praetoria with German and English text. It is worth spending a few minutes to read if you want to learn about the history of this heritage attraction before or after viewing.
Very well preserved city landmark. I would have liked a bit more \on the spot\ info about what it's history.
I haven't found this one notice worthy, let alone remarkable. The gate may well be important and very ancient, but it is fully restored and feels new. Also, I haven't found any information around about gate history, significance etc. Overall, the landmark kept me wondering whether I might be blind or missing anything...
Currently under construction. But still nice to see the Roman history from 179 AD staying alive and well in the city.
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