. "Front Gate"@en . . . "The Front Gate was a common term for the Gate of Erebor, the wide arched main entrance of the Dwarf-realm of Erebor. The Great Chamber of Thr\u00F3r was near the Gate. The entrance was at the head of the valley formed by the two southern ridges of rock thrust out from the southern slopes of Erebor.[1] Out of the gateway sprang the stream that grew into the River Running.[2]"@en . "The Front Gate was a common term for the Gate of Erebor, the wide arched main entrance of the Dwarf-realm of Erebor. The Great Chamber of Thr\u00F3r was near the Gate. The entrance was at the head of the valley formed by the two southern ridges of rock thrust out from the southern slopes of Erebor.[1] Out of the gateway sprang the stream that grew into the River Running.[2] Through the gate passed a stone-paved road, wide enough for many men abreast. The gate itself was a tall arch and at one time displayed carven work, but during Smaug's residence in the mountain the opening had become worn, splintered, and blackened. From the gate one could look out upon Dale (or its ruins during the time of the Dragon).[2]"@en .