On the north bank of the Guadalquivir River in Cordoba, next to the famous Roman bridge located Puerta del Puente. The decision to build this gate was made to expand the entrance to the city that was to serve as the growth of trade in Cordoba. At the same time the gates and performed a defensive function, because they were part of the fortress wall. Initially, the administration of the building was entrusted to Francisco de Montalbanu, but after a while the drafting and implementation of construction works was headed by Hernán Ruiz. In 1572, construction of the Puerta del Puente was suspended due to funding difficulties and continued under the direction of Hernan Ruiz in 1576.

The architect managed to create a perfect gateway to the Renaissance, their appearance reminiscent of the Arc de Triomphe. This monumental structure has a fairly high ground, relied on by massive fluted made Doric columns supporting an entablature of the classical form. Over the passage of rectangular shape the inscription on the visit of Cordoba King Philip II in 1570. Not far from Puerta del Puente is a statue depicting the patron of Cordoba - Archangel Raphael. At the foot of this magnificent monument is always a lot of flowers and candles.

In 2005, it was carried out major works on the reconstruction of the Puerta del Puente.

In 1931, the Puerta del Puente Gate and Roman Bridge and Tower Karaolla, who is on his opposite side, have been declared architectural and historical monument.