Torre dei Lamberti is a medieval tower in Verona, 84 meters high, located in Piazza delle Erbe, in the historical center of the city. SHORT HISTORY The tower was built by the powerful Lamberti family starting with the 11th century. The lower part of the tower, from terracotta and tuff blocks, dates back to that period. In 1140, the structure became a civic tower and the first bell, Rengo, was installed. The bell sounded to summon the Arengo (City Council) and for calling the army in an emergency. In 1272, a second bell, called Marangona, was added. The Marangona sounded a warning in the event of fire and it marked the hours of the day, thereby regulating the city life. In 1311, the third bell was installed, called Consolata. In May 1403, the lightning struck the top of the tower, and the restoration work began only in 1448, and lasted until 1464. In the same period, the tower was elevated to 84 meters. In 1779, there was the proposal to place a large clock on the tower, but the watchmaker who was comissioned to make the clock died before starting the work. Only in 1798, the count Giovanni Sagramoso Read more [...]
All Towers in Verona
Torre dei Lamberti is the most important tower in Verona and one of the best viewpoints in the historic center. Rising above Piazza delle Erbe and Palazzo della Ragione, it combines medieval civic power with panoramic beauty. Visitors can climb or take the lift to admire the Arena, rooftops, churches, hills, and Adige River.
Torre del Gardello, also near Piazza delle Erbe, is another important medieval tower, linked to Verona’s civic history and public timekeeping. The towers of Castelvecchio and the city gates also shaped Verona’s defensive skyline. Together, these vertical landmarks reveal the city’s medieval ambition, military strength, and urban identity.