About Donatus of Arezzo
Lived 350 – 362 (aged 11–12). Donatus of Arezzo was a catholic priest, dragonslayer and catholic bishop.
Veneration
In 1125, some of Donatus' relics (and those of the alleged dragon said to have been killed by the saint) were brought to the Church of Santa Maria e San Donato on the island of Murano, near Venice.
A large silver reliquary bust of Donatus from the 13th century is now found in the National Museum at Naples.
The patron saints of Guardiagrele are Donatus of Arezzo and Saint Emidius. Annually between the 6th and 8 August there is a festival celebrating these saints in which the effigy of Donatus is paraded around the streets of Guardiagrele. It is traditional to eat porchetta (oven- or spit-roasted suckling pig flavoured with pepper, rosemary, garlic and other seasonings) at this time.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Donatus of Arezzo?
Bishop of Arezzo
When was Donatus of Arezzo born?
Donatus of Arezzo was born in 350 in Nicomedia.
When did Donatus of Arezzo die?
Donatus of Arezzo died on 8 August 362 in Arezzo.
What was Donatus of Arezzo's occupation?
Donatus of Arezzo was a catholic priest, dragonslayer and catholic bishop.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Donatus of Arezzo
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Donatus of Arezzo. https://biography.guide/donatus-of-arezzo/
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