Lingotto, Former Fiat automobile factory in Turin, Italy
Description
Lingotto is a former Fiat production facility in Turin spanning over 500 meters with five floors connected by spiral ramps. The rooftop was originally designed as a test track and remains one of the building's most distinctive structural features.
History
The building was constructed between 1916 and 1923 by engineer Giacomo Mattè-Trucco as one of Europe's first major structures to extensively use reinforced concrete. Its innovative design influenced factory construction across the continent for decades.
Culture
The name Lingotto comes from the local Piedmont dialect referring to the area where the factory stood. Today visitors can see how this site shaped the city's identity and continues to bring people together for work, shopping, and events.
Practical
The site is accessible via Turin's metro system and houses multiple functions including university spaces, shopping areas, and event venues. Visitors should plan enough time to explore the extensive grounds and see its different sections.
Did you know?
The rooftop served not only as a test track but also as a public gathering space offering views over the city where workers could meet. This dual use made the factory rooftop an unexpected blend of work and leisure in the middle of production.
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