Quite simply, a staggering sight. Don't miss these towers, even though they are currently undergoing work, with hoardings around the bases. Really spectacular.Full review by Mark S
Nov 7, 2024
These towers certainly dominate the skyline in the centre of Bologna. The views from the top are supposed to be great, however the towers were closed on the day of our visit.Full review by Dimitris L
Oct 23, 2024
Like many buildings in Emilia Romana, they're standing -- just not as straight as they used to be. Engineers have been working on L Due Torri Torre degli Asinll, although, from what I was told, no wo…Full review by Richard C
La torre degli Asinelli è una delle due torri di Bologna, simbolo della città, situate in piazza di porta Ravegnana, all'incrocio tra le antiche strade San Donato, San Vitale, Maggiore e Castiglione. Eretta, …
La torre degli Asinelli è una delle due torri di Bologna, simbolo della città, situate in piazza di porta Ravegnana, all'incrocio tra le antiche strade San Donato, San Vitale, Maggiore e Castiglione. Eretta, secondo la tradizione, fra il 1109 e il 1119 dal nobile Pietro Asinelli, la torre è alta 97,20 metri, pende verso ovest per 2,23 metri e presenta all'interno una scalinata composta da 498 gradini.
Hi. I'm keen to climb the tower and have managed similar climbs in the past, but I'm not as young as I used to be! I'd probably need to stop a couple of times to catch my breath - for a minute - would this be a problem? Also, assuming there is a single stairway, would all the people in a slot go up first, stay at the top for a while, then come down?
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I was 59 when I did it, but in good health. It is a long way up, but there are several areas where you can stop on way up and down and rest if needs be. I found some of the steps very …
I was 59 when I did it, but in good health. It is a long way up, but there are several areas where you can stop on way up and down and rest if needs be. I found some of the steps very dangerous, and slippy - so wear flat shoes with good grip.... stairs are very old wood, worn etc., but there is a rail to hold. The limit no. of people at any one time, but you can pass people on the way down too. Good luck....ps. it can get a bit cramped up top if you go at a busy time....
Does this have to be booked in advance? I will be in Bologna for a day in Sept (fri) but not sure of exact timings. Is it possible to book a ticket at the site?
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Hello Gary, On their site you can even buy tickets in a time slot. I have not been up because at times it was so busy. The torre is not made for a lot of tourists because it’s a monument. …
Hello Gary, On their site you can even buy tickets in a time slot. I have not been up because at times it was so busy. The torre is not made for a lot of tourists because it’s a monument. The time you need for the way up depends on all the other people who join in your time slot. Better be patient when going but I guess once you’re up there the view must be magnificent. In other Torres like the one on Piazza Maggiore seems to be better equipped for the modern tourist. Enjoy! And don’t forget to eat the real pasta from this amazing city.
I booked my tickets for 930 because I have a flight at 1 and need to leave by 11, do u think it’s enough time?
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PS.1h will easily do to climb up nearly 500 steps and enjoy beautiful views.(great cardio workout but it is exhousting!)I have been in Bologna 3 weeks ago and the towers was opened.
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