De Rohan Arch
Arch Stone triumphal arch in Żebbuġ, Maltese heritage
An arch in Żebbuġ marking a town gateway; visitors pass it while exploring parish churches, narrow streets and local Maltese architecture.
De Rohan Arch is a stone gateway in the town of Żebbuġ in Malta, associated with Grand Master Emmanuel de Rohan-Polduc and the town’s elevation to city status. It functions as a ceremonial entrance and a local architectural landmark.
A decorative arch that marks one of the approaches into the town centre, often photographed by visitors for its heraldic details and as a visual marker of Żebbuġ’s historic identity. The arch sits within the town’s principal street network and is visible from nearby public spaces.
Erected in the period when Żebbuġ received the title of a city under Grand Master de Rohan, the arch commemorates that event and the town’s ties to the Order of St John. It remains a surviving civic feature from that era.
Located in the core of Żebbuġ on Malta’s main island, the arch stands on the approach into the town and is close to municipal buildings and the parish church.
- Città Rohan: Żebbuġ was granted city status in the late 18th century by Grand Master Emmanuel de Rohan-Polduc, and the arch commemorates that connection.
How to Get to De Rohan Arch #
Located in the town of Żebbuġ; easy to reach by local buses from Valletta or by car. The arch is in the town centre and walkable from major town landmarks.
Tips for Visiting De Rohan Arch #
- Respect local signage - the arch sits near active archaeological areas.
- Visit in the cooler months to avoid high summer heat when Malta's limestone can radiate strong reflected warmth.
- Combine with a walk around Żebbuġ to see other Ottoman- and Medieval-period traces.
Best Time to Visit De Rohan Arch #
Spring and autumn are best for comfortable walking and fewer crowds.
Weather & Climate near De Rohan Arch #
De Rohan Arch's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (554 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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