Torre Sant'Agnese

Torre Sant'Agnese is a medieval tower in Pisa built with a square design, combining stone blocks at the corners with brick throughout the remaining walls. The structure stands as part of the city's ancient defensive fortification system that once surrounded and protected the urban center.

The tower was first built in the late 13th century under Federico I da Montefeltro and underwent complete reconstruction during the 15th century under Florentine rule. This rebuilding shaped its present form and role within the city's defensive walls.

The tower takes its name from the former Church of Sant'Agnese and forms part of the historical defensive walls system of Pisa.

The tower stands along Via Nicola Pisano and serves as a reference point for those walking the ancient walls of Pisa. It is easily accessible from street level and can be visited as part of a walking tour through the historic quarters.

The tower displays multiple small openings of varying sizes, all framed in stone, giving it distinctive visual character. A small portal still visible today marks where a wooden walkway once provided access to the interior.

Location: Pisa

Part of: city walls of Pisa

Address: Via Nicola Pisano

GPS coordinates: 43.71629,10.39113

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:43