Gelateria delle Moline has been making artisan gelato on Via delle Moline 13B for around 40 years. It is one of a handful of gelaterie in Bologna where the product is made fresh daily using natural ingredients, without artificial colours or industrial bases. The queue outside most evenings tells you everything you need to know.
What to Order
The pistachio is the flavour most regulars recommend first — sweet, buttery, with a faint saltiness that stops it tipping into cloying. Zabaglione and praline are both worth trying if they are on the day’s board. Caramelised fig is a seasonal standout when available. Among the classics, stracciatella and fiordilatte are reliable benchmarks for judging any gelateria — both are excellent here. Vegan sorbets rotate by season and are not an afterthought.
The flavour range runs to around 20–25 options on any given day. A small cup with two flavours costs around €2.50. Cones are available. They also make gelato cakes to order.
Practical Information
Address: Via delle Moline 13B, Bologna (San Vitale area)
Hours: Daily, approx. noon–3pm and 7pm–11:30pm. Hours vary seasonally — check before visiting in winter.
Price: From around €2.50 for a small cup
Getting there: 5 minutes on foot from Piazza Maggiore, off Via dell’Indipendenza
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gelateria delle Moline in Bologna?
Via delle Moline 13B, in the San Vitale area just north of the city centre. It is about 5 minutes on foot from Piazza Maggiore, off Via dell’Indipendenza.
What are the best flavours at Gelateria delle Moline?
Pistachio, zabaglione, praline, and caramelised fig are consistently praised by regulars. The stracciatella and fiordilatte are good benchmarks — if a gelateria gets those right, the rest tends to follow. Seasonal options rotate so the board changes.
How much does gelato cost at Gelateria delle Moline?
A small cup with two flavours costs around €2.50. Prices are in line with other quality artisan gelaterie in Bologna — not the cheapest in the city, but fair for the quality.
Is Gelateria delle Moline suitable for vegans?
Yes. They offer a range of fruit sorbets and other dairy-free options. The selection rotates seasonally. Staff are generally helpful about ingredients if you ask.
What time does Gelateria delle Moline open?
Roughly noon to 3pm and 7pm to 11:30pm daily, though hours vary by season. Worth checking in advance if you are visiting outside summer.
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