Highlight • Religious Site
Cathedral of St. Peter, Bologna
Recommended for
Hiking
Cycling
by 125 explorers out of 139
Add komoot as a preferred source in your Google results
Add now
Location: Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Tips
February 14, 2022
Cycling
Many mistakenly believe that the Cathedral of Bologna is the nearby San Petronio. In reality, San Petronio is a simple basilica. The real cathedral of the …
•October 2, 2024
Hiking
The first evidence of the building dates back to the 10th century. The cathedral has undergone various changes over the centuries. Its current appearance dates back to the renovation of 1605 which, however, caused the loss of every trace of the original Roman-Gothic structure. The interior houses paintings by artists such as Prospero Fontana, Ludovico Carracci and Donato Creti.
•June 8, 2025
Hiking
A church already existed in 1028, as evidenced by a pre-Romanesque bell tower with a circular floor plan (modeled on that of Ravenna). The church was destroyed in the great fire of 1141 and rebuilt and reconsecrated by Pope Lucius III in 1184.
In 1396, the façade was enhanced by a portico (colonial porch), which was renovated in 1467.
•In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!
Sign up for free
Routes here
Best Hikes to Cathedral of St. Peter, Bologna
4.8
(76)
942
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.7
(50)
602
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.6
(50)
698
hikers
6.89km
01:48
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Details
Informations
Elevation 60 m
Add komoot as a preferred source in your Google results
Add now
Location: Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy