Palazzo della Ragione, Medieval courthouse in Piazza Trento e Trieste, Ferrara, Italy
The Palazzo della Ragione stood at the intersection of Piazza Trento e Trieste and Corso Porta Reno, featuring Gothic architecture with pointed arches.
Built between 1315 and 1325, the palace functioned as Ferrara's courthouse until its destruction by fire in 1945, leading to reconstruction by Marcello Piacentini.
The building hosted public ceremonies, including the 1502 marriage celebration of Alfonso I and Lucrezia Borgia, while also serving judicial functions.
Following reconstruction in the 1950s, the ground floor became dedicated to commercial activities, while the upper section transformed into a hotel.
The palace witnessed executions during the Este family rule, with the building's windows used to display the bodies of condemned prisoners.
Location: Ferrara
GPS coordinates: 44.83524,11.61946
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:58
Ferrara Cathedral
63 m
Palazzo comunale
99 m
Camerini d'alabastro
193 m
Teatro Comunale
183 m
Ferrara Cathedral Museum
70 m
Torre della Vittoria
63 m
Via Coperta
199 m
San Paolo, Ferrara
190 m
Padimetro
168 m
Santo Stefano
222 m
Palazzo Bevilacqua-Costabili, Ferrara
237 m
Sala Estense
119 m
Torre dei Leuti
224 m
San Romano
65 m
Palazzo San Crispino
147 m
Chiesa del suffragio
137 m
Palazzo Arcivescovile
129 m
San Michele
203 m
Palazzo Contrari
181 m
Giardino delle Duchesse
177 m
Cathedrals Museum
56 m
San Cristoforo dei Bastardini
247 m
Palazzo Montecatini
256 m
Monument to Niccolò III d'Este
86 m
Teatro Nuovo
104 m
Ex Scuola ebraica
179 m
Regina
173 m
Palazzo Sacrati Muzzarelli Crema
188 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes