Porta praetoria

Attractions & Landmarks in Regensburg, Bavaria

4.5 (681)

CategoryAttractions & Landmarks · Historische Sehenswürdigkeit
AddressUnter den Schwibbögen 2, 93047 Regensburg
StreetUnter den Schwibbögen
AreaRegensburg, Bavaria
Phone0941 5074410
Google rating 4.5 (681)

Opening hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

About Porta praetoria

Porta praetoria is a sehenswürdigkeiten in Regensburg, Bayern. It is listed at Unter den Schwibbögen 2, 93047 Regensburg, which places it among the local businesses of Regensburg that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as historische sehenswürdigkeit, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

When booking accommodation or travel services in Germany, confirm the check-in window, whether the rate includes breakfast and the local city tax (Kurtaxe or Bettensteuer), and what the cancellation terms are; pensions and Gasthöfe are often family-run and appreciate notice. Reviews that mention noise, bed size, Wi-Fi and cleanliness are usually the most useful. Prices jump around trade fairs, the Christmas markets, Oktoberfest and the summer school holidays, so book early for those dates.

The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. The most common schedule is Open 24 hours. As with most places, expect changes around public holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. The listed phone number is 0941 5074410. Calling ahead is the norm in Germany for reservations and for confirming that a small business is open that day; e-mail or WhatsApp is the common alternative if you would rather write than speak. Its website is tourismus.regensburg.de, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 681 reviews, which is a strong result for a sehenswürdigkeiten in Regensburg and suggests consistent service.

Regensburg is in Bayern, in the south, the country's industrial powerhouse around Munich and Stuttgart with the Alps and the Black Forest on the doorstep; winters bring snow and the occasional warm Föhn wind, summers are the warmest in Germany, and living costs are the highest. For directions in Regensburg, Google Maps and the DB Navigator app cover public transport times and walking routes, and most towns have well-marked cycle lanes. Local transport tickets must be bought or validated before boarding, and parking near busy streets is limited and metered.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

David Charlton 3 months ago

Interesting architecture, great to have the information board, then trying to work out where the second arch and turret were. Huge chunks of stone in building. Only takes 5-10 minutes to visit

Seimen Burum 11 months ago

There is not much left of what once was a gate like the Porta Negra in Trier. Now the remains are incorporated in the buildings around. The gate was built in 179 CE as the northern gate to the Roman legionary fortess Castra Regina. In a Roman Military camp (castra) this was the main gate leading to the praetorium which was the commanders headquarters or residence. Hence the name.

mar zald a year ago

When in Regensburg, you must go see the Porta Praetoria. It is a gate preserved from Roman times. From what I understand, this was the Northernmost gate to the Danube River. It is only partially preserved but it is still such a cool sight to see when you are walking down the street and you see it. For me, it's always as great to see it as it was the very first time that I came across it, purely by chance. There is so much Roman history here. This city is so cool. It is located right behind the Regensburg Cathedral ( The Regensburg Dom). So, you make sure that you are on Domplatz then keep on walking, following the curve of Domplatz, it will curve to the right. Follow it, and the street becomes Krautermarktstraße. When you reach the end, turn right and you will be on Goliathstraße. Stay on it and it becomes Unter den Schwibbögen. You will immediately see the big Porta Praetoria to your right.

david antoun 3 years ago

a partly preserved roman gate north of the Alps and known also as the watergate, due to its location near the Danube river. made of Corinthian limestone. only part of it is visible for visitors.

Markus “markobear1” 4 years ago

We preserved old Roman area and wall in Regensburg Altstadt. Various explanation signs relay history of this area . Several tourist groups have this as a destination stop on their Regensburg Germany city tours. Free Handicapped doable. Cobblestone roads Restrooms hard to find Close to other historical sights Restaurants near by Recommended

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Porta praetoria located?

Porta praetoria is at Unter den Schwibbögen 2, 93047 Regensburg, in Regensburg, Bayern. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Porta praetoria?

Porta praetoria is listed as a sehenswürdigkeiten and is also tagged on Google as historische sehenswürdigkeit.

What are the opening hours of Porta praetoria?

Published hours are Montag: Open 24 hours; Dienstag: Open 24 hours; Mittwoch: Open 24 hours; Donnerstag: Open 24 hours; Freitag: Open 24 hours; Samstag: Open 24 hours; Sonntag: Open 24 hours. Hours can change on public holidays and the days around Christmas and Easter, so call before a special trip.

Is Porta praetoria open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open Open 24 hours.

What is the phone number of Porta praetoria?

You can call Porta praetoria on 0941 5074410.

How is Porta praetoria rated on Google?

Porta praetoria has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 681 reviews.

Does Porta praetoria have a website?

Yes, the website of Porta praetoria is tourismus.regensburg.de (linked on this page).

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