Fortresses and towers, Tuscany
Fortresses and towers in Tuscany
In Tuscany we have listed 643 fortresses and towers; the most detailed page is Torre del Mangia (Siena).
Most are in the province of Grosseto (179), the province of Firenze (99) and the province of Siena (82).
By date of construction, the most common period is the Middle Ages (47% of dated places) and the Renaissance (30% of dated places).
Of these, 6 list opening hours, 1 has free entry and 2 are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- 541with photo
- 346with description
- 6with opening hours
- 1free entry
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Fortresses and towers in Tuscany: frequently asked questions
How many fortresses and towers are there in Tuscany?
Our atlas lists 643 fortresses and towers in Tuscany. The province with the most fortresses and towers is Grosseto (179).
What are the most important fortresses and towers in Tuscany?
Based on how much information is available (description, photos, visitor info), the standouts are Torre del Mangia (Siena), Leaning Tower of Pisa (Pisa) and Fortezza da Basso (Florence).
Which fortresses and towers in Tuscany can you visit for free?
Free entry (always, or on the first Sunday of the month) is listed for Torre Matilde (Viareggio). Always check the conditions on the official website.
Which fortresses and towers in Tuscany have opening hours listed?
6 out of 643 have opening hours (source: OpenStreetMap), including Torre del Mangia (Siena), Fortezza Santa Barbara (Pistoia) and Fortress of Porto Santo Stefano (Monte Argentario). Hours can change: check before you go.