Bologna Tower (leaning) I decided, with this review, to make a Mathematical modeling problem: Using the given dimensions (157 ft tall with 10 ft overhang), ratios and proportions from Algebra, and …Full review by Peterharris32
Dec 8, 2024
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
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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With good shoes it is not a problem to go up to the top of the tower. With a little fitness and good will. Every few floors there are places where you can relax. It is definitely better to …
With good shoes it is not a problem to go up to the top of the tower. With a little fitness and good will. Every few floors there are places where you can relax. It is definitely better to leave in the morning. Have a nice 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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You cannot book at the site, you will need to do it at the tourist office or online.
I'll copy/paste the information taken from Bologna Welcome website: "Asinelli Tower: from 1st April 2016 to 30th September 2016: 9am - 7pm. From 1st to 31st October 2016: 9am - …
I'll copy/paste the information taken from Bologna Welcome website: "Asinelli Tower: from 1st April 2016 to 30th September 2016: 9am - 7pm. From 1st to 31st October 2016: 9am - 6pm. From 1st November 2016: 9am - 5pm Garisenda Tower: not accessible" Enjoy it!
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