Walls of Lastra a Signa

The fortification system forms an irregular trapezoidal shape with three gates and includes eight square towers integrated into the stone structure.

Florence initiated the construction of these defensive walls in 1367, completing them between 1400 and 1403 to establish control over the Arno Valley.

The walls represent a significant example of Tuscan military architecture, incorporating advanced defensive features such as machicolations along the perimeter.

Visitors can access the walls through the preserved Porta Pisana and Portone di Baccio gates, which stand as primary entry points to the historical center.

The southeastern section displays irregular stonework patterns and features a distinctive combination of scarped walls topped with defensive parapets.

Location: Lastra a Signa

Inception: 1367

GPS coordinates: 43.77003,11.10598

Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:16